Heating and water heaters
Heating projects start with sizing: a heat-loss calculation for the building, a check of the radiators and piping you have, and then a plan for the boiler, zones and water heaters.
Many Chicago two-flats, greystones and older houses are heated with hot-water radiators fed by a boiler in the basement. When that boiler is replaced, the size and type matter: too big and it short-cycles, too small and the coldest rooms suffer.
We plan heating projects from a heat-loss calculation and an inventory of the existing radiators, then coordinate the installation with the right trades. The plan, the sizing and the parts list are written out so you can see why each choice was made.
What is included
- Heat-loss calculation and boiler sizing
- Radiator and piping inventory
- Zoning plans for multi-unit buildings
- Water-heater replacement planning
- Coordination of plumbing, gas and electrical trades
- Walls and finishes affected by the work
In Chicago-area homes
Older buildings may have had their boiler resized, radiators removed or pipes rerouted over the years. We check what is actually there before choosing equipment.
Gas, venting and boiler work needs permits and the right trades. We line those up for you.
How it is priced
Heating is priced from what is actually in the building. The heat-loss calculation, boiler or water-heater equipment, piping and radiator changes, zoning and the gas, venting and electrical work are separate lines, with the walls and finishes the work disturbs listed apart. Changes need your written approval first. How scopes, changes and invoices work
Homes where this comes up
Questions
Do you handle the whole boiler project?
Yes. We plan the project, size the equipment and manage the installation from start to finish.
Should I switch to a high-efficiency boiler?
It depends on your radiators, piping and the water temperatures your building needs. The sizing work answers that before you choose equipment.
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Tell Robert about your project.
Call, email or send an estimate request with photos. You deal directly with the person running your job. Robert replies within 2 business days.