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Boiler sizing dilemma
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David Nadle
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I'm trying to find a replacement boiler. I've measured the radiators at 280 ft^2. My old boiler is rated at 300 ft^2 and has a 5" flue.
Before I had the idea to replace my boiler I had my chimney lined. They sized it to the present appliances and I got a 5.5" liner.
All the boilers I can find today with 5" flues are a bit undersized, ranging from about 1% to 8% less than 280 ft^2.
The Burnham I liked is about 3% under. Presuming that I will insulate the mains, would you say I can get away with it or do I need to take steps to fit a boiler the next size up?
Before I had the idea to replace my boiler I had my chimney lined. They sized it to the present appliances and I got a 5.5" liner.
All the boilers I can find today with 5" flues are a bit undersized, ranging from about 1% to 8% less than 280 ft^2.
The Burnham I liked is about 3% under. Presuming that I will insulate the mains, would you say I can get away with it or do I need to take steps to fit a boiler the next size up?
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Hmmm 5" is small . .is this a new construction?0 -
Replacement of 30+ year old steam boiler
Not new construction. Sorry if I wasn't clear.0
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