Suggested HW boiler?

Steamhead (in transit)

"Prices I've seen to replace come up close to putting in a new system"

that raises a red flag. A complete demo/install should cost a lot more than simply replacing a steam boiler and fixing distribution problems. It's way more labor- and material-intensive, and would also be a lot more disruptive to your house and family.

Also, if you're being told that it's impossible to fix your present system's distribution problems, you need to talk to someone else. I think someone is trying to take you for a very expensive ride.

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Alex_13

Our 1940's house has a 1940's Crane steam boiler converted from coal to NG. Prices I've seen to replace come up close to putting in a new system, and a new system will provide more comfort, mostly eliminating chronic cold spots in the house, and of course save $/energy.

We want to stay away from scorched-air systems, and radiant flooring would be a very high PITA factor and cost with demo and remodeling. Hot-water radiators seem like the answer, but which boiler? Mod-con, high-efficiency of course; good warranty, and simplicity a plus. Any recommends, and perhaps radiators, too? Myson select series seem like the way.

J.C.A._3

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Burnham. They still make large "column type" radiators.

If properly sized to deliver the needed btu's at a modest temperature, a Mod-Con boiler makes perfect sense. If you can keep the water temps to the radiation below 150°, you'll be saving a lot of heating money on fuel....but the initial cost will be high.(No free lunch!)

To further help in saving fuel, you could put TRV's on those beautiful big butt radiators...and have each be its own zone!

Total comfort when and where you want it. What more could you ask for?

The price point will become the biggest denominator, as it always seems to. Don't be shy. Spending the money on the most important COMFORT feature in your home,(more likely than not...your largest investment) will pay for itself in spades. Not only in comfort, but if re-sale value is being thought of...it ranks right up there with kitchens and bathrooms to add value. JMHO. Chris

jp_2

odd statement

that struck me as odd to steamhead.

I second the fixing up of the old steam system.