Boilers Versus Water Heaters

There are many appliances needed to run your home. During the warm season you may need an air conditioning system or a heat pump. During the winter, most homeowners use a furnace or air handler. Then there are washer and dryers, stoves, refrigerators…the list seems to go on forever. 

But the thing homeowners absolutely know is they want hot water. Most people have a water heater – or in some cases a boiler is used to heat the water. Are you sure which heating system your home is using to heat your water? Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here to help clarify the difference between the two heating systems. 

A water heater is a big tank that, yes, heats water. The heat is either produced by burning gas or by utilizing electricity. A typical water heater will heat the water and then store it at that temperature until the water is used, either for a hot shower, the washer loaded with towels, or any other hot water need. As the hot water flows to where it is needed, fresh cold water enters in the bottom of the tank so it can also be heated for use throughout your home. 

A boiler, contrastingly, can heat water that is used to heat the home and provide hot water. A different type of boiler can heat the water until it actually turns into steam. The steam will heat the water for the home but can also be distributed throughout the home and provide warmth through radiators. A boiler is also capable of heating the air in a forced air heating system, or heat the floor in a radiant heating system. Boilers are very versatile heating systems that supply great comfort during the cold season. Updated boilers are also very energy efficient. 

Can’t decide which water heating system is right for you? Call Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning in Fort Lauderdale today and we’ll come out and provide you a no-charge in-home estimate.