I just finished replacing the heat exchanger in my home’s 21-year-old boiler. That’s right, I rolled up my sleeves and did it myself. Why? Because I wanted to learn. I wanted to get into the nuts and bolts of residential boiler technology. And here’s why it matters to YOU: I’m bringing that knowledge back to our agents so we can help home buyers—like you—make smarter decisions about the homes you invest in.
Here’s the plain truth: A lot of real estate agents? They don’t know houses. They’re salespeople first, trained to smile and wave at every shiny thing in a home while sweeping the negatives under the rug. Some of them barely do more than unlock the door, let you walk through, and lock it again on your way out. But that’s not us. No way. Our focus is simple—helping YOU objectively compare homes and make the best choice for YOUR needs.
Let’s talk about boiler heat, shall we? We see this in older homes—steam systems—and in mid-century homes—hot water baseboard setups. Now, before you get too cozy with the idea, let me lay out the two big drawbacks right up front.
Number one: If you want air conditioning—and let’s face it, who doesn’t—then you’ve got a problem. Boiler systems don’t include A/C. Adding a separate system can be expensive, complicated, and frankly, a pain in the neck. Your choices here are a fully ducted system, a high velocity system, Multiple mini-splits, or multiple window units. And that choice is another whole conversation, so back to boilers –
Number two: Steam radiators or baseboard units are NOT hiding in the background. They’re front and center in your living space. Some folks love the vintage charm, but others? Not so much.
But hold on, folks—it’s not all doom and gloom here. There are some real, tangible upsides to boiler heat, and let me give you four reasons why this system still deserves your consideration:
It’s incredibly comfortable. We’re talking about a steady, even warmth that just feels better. No blasts of hot air drying you out.
It’s almost silent. None of that clanging and banging you might imagine. You’ll barely know it’s on.
It’s clean. No blowing dust or allergens through the air. If you’ve got allergies or sensitivities, this is sometimes a game-changer.
It’s easy to zone. Want different temperatures in different areas of your home? Done. Each zone gets its own thermostat for precise comfort.
And here’s where The Home Buyer’s Agent comes in. When you tour homes with us, we’ll explain all of this. We’ll help you weigh the pros and cons of boiler heat—or any other feature—so YOU can make an informed decision. This is one of the biggest investments of your life, folks, and you deserve an advocate who’s got your back.
So don’t settle for less. Choose a team that’s here to help you WIN in the home-buying process. That’s what we do every single day.