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In this video, we focus on the top three oil boilers for home heating.
Each model has some unique features that we have highlighted and explained.
Let's get started!
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Our third-place pick is the New Yorker Cast Iron Boiler.
If you are looking for a hydronic boiler to push hot water through your floors or radiators,
then this New Yorker series is for you.
This model uses a hydronic radiator type to heat spaces up to 2,200 square feet.
This boiler runs on standard oil, which makes it easy to refill and service when the time
comes.
The CL4-126 comes with a built-in tankless coil so you can heat your home's water supply
as well as the radiant heat in the rooms.
This adds to the efficiency of the system and can help supplement or even replace your
water heater.
This machine is a two in one device, so it saves you money in the long run.
The New Yorker system is built from domestic, name-brand parts, cast iron fittings, and
low-maintenance burners.
One of the most efficient and easily maintained boilers on the market, the CL4 will offer
you long life, high heat output, and one of the best warranties around.
With a BTU rating of 97,000, you'll feel the heat from this machine in minutes.
With top and side access panels, plus a fully open burner door, the entire system is easy
to clean or replace the burner as needed.
While maintenance might be easier, the upfront cost for this oil boiler is significantly
greater than other options on our list.
If you are looking for something a bit more budget-friendly, you can check out our top
pick or visit our web page where we reviewed four more oil boilers.
............. Today's runner-up is the Weil McLain Cast
Iron Boiler.
Weil McLain has several models in their line up, and one of the best tankless options is
the Ultra-Oil series.
The UO-5 is a cast iron hot water boiler that produces a lot of heat very quickly.
You can heat up a home up to 2,500 square feet with this unit.
However, they aren't as cost-effective as some other options.
This model includes the boiler and a circulator pump but does not have a burner.
It is advised to purchase a Beckett oil burner, but almost any brand will work.
Once you install the burner, you will have 196,000 BTUs of power.
The 6-inch vent and flue help regulate airflow along with the barometric damper to prevent
drafts.
Aside from the burner as an extra purchase, these systems are relatively easy for any
contractor to install and are best suited for old boiler replacements.
In new construction, you may need to install a cement pad or mount it directly to the floor.
The swinging flue doors and burner access make them easy to clean and maintain as well
as check on performance and functionality during annual servicing.
The units produce steam, heating as high as 250 degrees; however, the hot water is what
is cycled through the system to warm your home.
One downside for many homeowners will be the extra burner purchase.
However, for a cost-effective oil-fired boiler replacement, these models are pretty good.
If you want a more all-inclusive system, you can look at our web page where we reviewed
several more oil boiler brands.
............. Our top pick for the best oil boiler for home
heating goes to the Burnham MegaSteam MST288.
This is an off-shoot company under the US Boiler Company umbrella.
Proudly made and serviced in the USA, Burnham boilers are durable and reliable.
They offer several models, with one of the most popular being the MegaSteam MST288.
This unit uses 69,000 BTUs to heat your home through steam-only appliances or radiators.
This smaller unit here is cast iron with a single-phase boiler offering you about 85%
efficiency.
It can heat a home up to 3,000 square feet.
The chimney vented boilers are all cast iron with anti-corrosion construction to help prevent
clogging of the vents, motor, and water pipes.
It comes with a decent 10-year warranty on the heat exchanger.
The other parts have a limited warranty, so make sure you read through the conditions
before you buy.
Keep in mind, a few of the parts might not be covered under the limited warranty agreement.
Contractor installation is available and recommended, especially if you are replacing an older boiler.
The install will require certain permits and space requirements not available to homeowners
or non-licensed persons.
The maintenance for this machine is fairly straightforward, and it offers easy access
panels and doors.
Overall, this oil boiler is a reasonably priced and reliable option for homeowners who are
replacing a heater or installing one from scratch.
We were impressed with the Burnham brand and think they offer a good mid-range boiler that
is big enough to heat most homes.
............. There you have it!
Our favorite oil boilers for whole-home heating.
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