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Different Boiler Fuel Types: Pros & Cons

Tasks differ, and different tasks require different boiler types. Investigate different boiler fuel types with us. As a socially responsible business, we are committed to 3 principles. We call it the Maximum Trinity. They are: being devoted to our customers and their comfort to the maximum, being dedicated to environmental protection to the maximum, being aimed to provide Canadians with the most quality equipment for the lowest prices to the maximum. Let’s check the most popular boiler fuel types.

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Natural Gas Boilers

Advantages and disadvantages of natural gas boilers.

Completely odourless
Cheaper in operating and maintaining than oil and electric ones
The lifespan of natural gas boilers is 15-20 years on average
Not tied to the electrical grid = can heat when the power is off.
In Canada, gas prices are constantly growing
A stable connection to the gas grid is required
Annual maintenance is a must to guarantee safety

Electric Boilers

Advantages and disadvantages of an electric boilers:

Highly efficient (≈99%)
Compact, not challenging to install
No risk of leaks & explosions
The lifespan of natural gas boilers is 15-20 years on average
No greenhouse gasses or other dangerous emissions
More expensive than other types of boilers

Solid Fuel

Advantages and disadvantages of solid fuel boilers:

No need in the electrical or gas grid
Proper serving and maintenance of a solid fuel boiler will provide a life expectancy of around 20 years
Wood and coal are the cheapest types of fuel
Wood and coal never leak
Coal is not the best option if it goes about the environment
To replenish wood and coal resources is a time-consuming process
There is a frequent need for maintenance (sometimes daily)

Diesel Boilers

Advantages and disadvantages of diesel boilers:

Undemanding to operate
Equally effective in any season
Perfectly function during cold weather (hello, Canada!) until diesel fuel oil starts to thicken
Usually, reek of
Require combustion product utilization & frequent service
High maintenance expenses