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best way to convert oil furnace w/ water baseboard?

lynn_3
lynn_3 Member Posts: 1
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We want to buy a house that has water baseboard heat but filling the oil tank will cost us $6000!/season. What do you think our best option would be to convert it?

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  • Robert O'Brien
    Robert O'Brien Member Posts: 3,562
    Take a

    look at tightening the envelope.You can't keep a leaky bucket full! New oil units with ODR can reduce consumption by 30-40%.If you want to convert to gas,I would only consider a mod/con.Good luck!

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  • mtfallsmikey
    mtfallsmikey Member Posts: 765
    Don't do it!

    Tighten up /tune-up...your comfort level with hot water is infinitely better than forced air.
  • Bruce M_2
    Bruce M_2 Member Posts: 123
    Mor Information Needed

    It would be helpful if you mentioned the make and model of your current boiler. Do you have a separate water heater? Is gas available in your area? Is the house well-insulated? Are the windows thermally insulated? It would be even better if you posted pictures of you current boiler.
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