Gas Boiler Retrofitting

If you want your gas boiler to perform more efficiently than it has since installation, consider professional gas boiler retrofitting: that is, making adjustments after installation. There are a number of retrofits possible for gas boilers. Before deciding whether retrofitting is right for your boiler, consider the options available and their added benefits.

The possible retrofits you can choose from include:

• Vent dampers. This is the most common retrofit for boilers. It prevents chimney losses by closing off a boiler’s vents when it isn’t firing. To find out how much a vent damper will benefit your boiler, reach out to one of our technicians.
• Intermittent ignition devices. Older boilers with a continuous pilot light can be retrofitted with intermittent ignition devices. They can be difficult to install, so it’s best to only let a professional technician install them. They can potentially save you money with fuel costs but aren’t always beneficial if you’re installing them on old equipment. One of our technicians can help you determine whether an intermittent ignition device would be beneficial.
• Derating gas burners. Many boilers in homes are oversized and use up a lot of fuel. Derating your gas burner can reduce the heating capacity of your boiler, making it operate more efficiently and use less fuel, saving you up to 15% in fuel costs.

Many of these retrofits have to be done by an experienced professional. Before you decide on which one is right for your gas boiler, reach out to National Heating & Air Conditioning. One of our certified technicians can assess your gas boiler and determine which retrofit would be beneficial for your boiler.

Contact us now at (513) 621-4620 to set up a gas boiler retrofit evaluation.