Last year, my pellet stove heated my entire 2400 sf house (built in 1970's). I only turned on the baseboard heat on the coldest nights to keep the pipes from freezing. Before getting the pellet stove, I was using about 1300 gallons of oil per year. Last year, I used about 500-600 gallons mainly for hot water. I have an indirect hot water tank and an my boiler is over 40 years old. Does 500-600 per year seem high for hot water usage for a family of four (daily showers, laundry, etc.)?
I realize that the boiler is old. I would consider getting a new boiler if I could reduce my oil usage down to 250-300 gallons per year. The payback would be quick if I could save 250-300 gallons per year.
How much oil a year are you burning and how old is your boiler?
I realize that the boiler is old. I would consider getting a new boiler if I could reduce my oil usage down to 250-300 gallons per year. The payback would be quick if I could save 250-300 gallons per year.
How much oil a year are you burning and how old is your boiler?