Tying two different heat sources into one system is not uncommon. One has to take into account the operating parameters of each heat source, as well as the configuration and make-up of the rest of the heating system, such as the heat emitters (e.g. ducts, baseboard, panel radiators, radiant floors, etc.) and the controls.
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If you’re heating with oil today, you should find out from your oil company how much oil you use during the heating season. Use the average of 3 years to reduce the chance of one unusual winter throwing off the estimate. Take your average consumption and divide by 116. That should get you to a […]
Timing on bulk pellets purchases has less to do with the calendar, and more to do with how much pellets you have left in your bulk bin or silo. You will want to buy pellets at least 3 tons at a time, or you may end up paying a surcharge. You should monitor […]
It’s possible to leave the oil (or propane, natural gas, wood) boiler in place and tie your new pellet boiler in with it. You will most likely need a separate flue, particularly if there’s a chance that both boiler may run at the same time. That is the case if, for example, a […]