First Choice Heating & Cooling Blog: Archive for November, 2022

Can My Boiler Overheat? Or Even Explode?

Monday, November 28th, 2022
Boiler with pressure gauge and bright light in the background.

Boilers can overheat, and they can cause explosions in rare circumstances if the conditions are right. Let’s get this out of the way right from the start: if your boiler exhibits signs of overheating or runs the risk of exploding, this is an emergency and should be treated as such. That’s when you call for boiler repair as soon as possible.

Let’s talk about why it can overheat, what causes it, and the two different types of ways your boiler can explode so you know what the risks are.

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Boilers Need the Same Level of Maintenance as Furnaces

Monday, November 7th, 2022
Boiler with parts pulled out to work on.

We all know that furnaces require annual maintenance, but many homeowners can often overlook the fact that their boiler needs the same level of care. Boiler maintenance helps prevent long-term problems from popping up and prolonging extensive, expensive repairs. Here’s how similar your maintenance schedule should be for your boiler and furnace.

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