Skip to navigation Site map 801-203-3526 REQUEST SERVICE HOME SERVICES PRODUCTS SPECIALS COMPANY MAINTENANCE Boilers What is a Boiler? Most people immediately think of furnaces when opting to heat their homes. However, boilers provide a highly effective heat option, have a long life, can reach high heating efficiencies, and some types require little or no pumping energy. Boilers are an important part of a central heating system. They’re a continuous closed loop of pipes carrying heated water (or steam) throughout your home. As the water runs through the pipes, running through radiators, the hot water cools on its path as it gives off its heat, heating your rooms, then returns back to the boiler to be reheated again. The boiler keeps firing, to continuously reheat the returned cool water, and then sends it on its way again throughout your home. How Does a Boiler Work? The boiler is controlled/turned on with an electric switch, which when turned on, opens a valve where the gas enters a combustion chamber. There is a continuous stream of natural gas via a pipe attached to the home’s gas main, usually from the street, that feeds a fire inside this chamber. Its electric ignition system is what lights these small jets of gas. The gas jets fire onto a heat exchanger connected to the water pipe carrying the cold water. The heat exchanger takes the gas-generated heat and heats the water, typically to around 140ºF (60ºC). The now-hot water is pushed throughout the home. An electric pump inside or very near the boiler keeps the water flowing through the loop of pipes and radiators. Is a Boiler Right for My Home? Typically, boilers are categorized into different types based on their fuel type, working pressure and temperature, size and capacity, draft method, and whether or not they condense the water vapor in the combustion gases. Sometimes boilers are described by some by their key components, such as heat exchanger materials or tube design. The two main types of boilers are Firetube and Watertube boilers. In the former, the Firetube boiler, combustion hot gases flow through a system of tubes surrounded by water. In the latter, the Watertube boiler, water flows in the inside of the tubes, and the combustion hot gases flow around the outside of the tubes. Contact Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning to speak with a knowledgeable technician on the best type of boiler for your home in Centerville, UT. Boiler Maintenance As mentioned above, boilers have some wonderful advantages (long life, highly effective, high heat efficiency), but they do need to be maintained on a regular basis to keep these advantages. If neglected, boilers’ repairs can be costly and fuel bills can add up quickly. If you currently have a boiler and it's been awhile since you’ve had maintenance performed on it, or if you’re thinking of installing a boiler, call Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning. Our technicians would be happy to help you and answer any questions you may have. Need Boiler Service? Contact the experts at Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning. Call us at 801-203-3526! Request Service Boiler Maintenance in Park City, UT 84060 October 29, 2021 “Tim is great! Always fixes the problem” – Tracy C. Boiler Installation in American Fork, UT 84003 February 5, 2021 “Jason and Paul have given me the best service I’ve ever had on my boiler re-pipe. Thanks!” – Gifford L. Boiler Maintenance in Salt Lake City, UT 84036 September 8, 2020 “We had trouble with our hot water/broiler suddenly not working while at our vacation home. We are not up to date on all the features of the home so we had no idea what could have happened. We called and spoke with “John” giving him the i formation we had. He immediately walked us through the possibilities of what may be wrong. After a short time he had narrowed it down to our wall thermostat being set incorrectly at “away”. Therefor shutting down the hot water temperature. He’s awesome! Thank you for your help!” – George L. Boiler Repair in Bountiful, UT 84010 May 18, 2019 “I have seldom worked with or had work done that was as professional as that by your service associate, Tim Rice. He was prompt. He was friendly. He knew what he was talking about and he shared his knowledge with me as he worked through our issues with the boiler in our home. I especially loved that he cared that we were pleased and that his work was well done. I felt that he went the extra mile with me and I could tell that he was wanted the work to be a good representation of him and of Ponds. He checked and double checked his work and the products he was installing. From my viewpoint he is an excellent ambassador of your company, Because of him we will be using Ponds for our plumbing and heating needs going forward. I am glad that I found your company and I will be recommending you to others.” – Larry R. Boiler Maintenance in Park City, UT 84036 October 8, 2018 “Excellent service and maintenance Very friendly service staff and reception staff Have used for many years and will continue to use” – Michael A. Boiler Maintenance in North Salt Lake, UT 84054 October 1, 2018 “Ponds has taken care of our furnace, air conditioning and plumbing needs for the past 18 years. They ALWAYS do a fantastic job. Today’s experience was no exception. Tim and John arrived on time and kept me appraised of their progress and any problems they found. Thanks Ponds for being trustworthy and experienced.” – Jann S. Boiler Maintenance in Hide Out, UT 84036 September 17, 2018 “Tim is the best of the best!!!!!!!!” – Jim W. Boiler Maintenance in Sandy, UT 84092 September 11, 2018 “Timely and entirely satisfactory.” – Michael G. Response from Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Michael, Thanks for using us! Boiler Maintenance in Bountiful, UT 84010 September 6, 2018 “Nice to do business Pond’s. Lee was great.” – Durrell N. Response from Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Durrell, Thanks for trusting us to take care of your service needs. Glad you were happy with Lee, he IS a great technician! Boiler Maintenance in Alpine, UT 84004 September 5, 2018 “Lee was prompt and efficient. Very professional. Very happy with my service experience.” – Dan S. Response from Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Dan, So glad we were able to take care of you. Thanks for your business. Pond's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning proudly provides HVAC service to Bountiful, North Salt Lake, West Bountiful, Centerville, Park City and the surrounding communities. 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