Mesaba Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Cook MN’

This Is How Long New Boilers Last For

Monday, February 6th, 2023
new-boiler-venting-outside

If you’re considering heating your home with a boiler, or if you have an older boiler in your home but don’t know much about it, you might have some questions. One of the top concerns about heating systems is longevity. How many years will a new boiler be able to keep your house comfortably cozy all winter? How does that compare with the lifespans of other heating system options?

While there will always be a range of possible outcomes, we can give you a good approximation of the potential lifespans of different types of boilers and show how that compares with various furnaces. We’ll also give you our top tips for making sure your boiler is able to live a long and productive life.

Continue Reading

Does Your Boiler Need Repair?

Monday, November 28th, 2022
boiler-with-front-panel-open

A boiler is a reliable, effective way to keep your house heated. However, just like any heating system, there are times when a boiler encounters a problem and requires repair. You’re probably very familiar with the indications that a human being isn’t feeling well: fever, chills, sneezing, and so on. Your boiler also has symptoms that can tell you when it’s not doing well, but you’re less likely to notice them or realize what they mean.

If your boiler is struggling and doesn’t get the attention that it needs, it can break down completely, leaving you without heat in the middle of the night in the middle of winter. Nobody wants to wake up to a frozen house, and the inconvenience and expense of emergency repairs are considerable. How can you be sure to address problems before they turn into disasters? We’ll share some signs of boilers in need of repair, so you can spot the symptoms and take action.

Continue Reading