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Toronto’s cold climate means that space heating accounts for up to 64% of the energy used in the average Toronto home.BetterHomesTO gas and oil Boiler upgrade card image.

Boilers use gas or oil to provide space heating and hot water to your home. Boilers distribute heat using radiators or in-floor radiant heating, eliminating the need for pre-existing duct systems.

What to Look For

  • Gas and oil boilers are subject to Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations, which sets minimum performance standards for their energy efficiency. All boilers sold in Canada are energy efficient.
  • Check the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating, the minimum should be between 82 and 84 per cent.
  • Replacing your oil boiler? Consider switching to a natural gas boiler which tends to produce less waste and fewer harmful emissions.

Things to Consider

  • Insulate the hot water pipes.
  • Empty or “bleed” the air from the radiators once or twice a year so that they can fill fully with water.
  • Vacuum the radiators to prevent dirt and dust from building up.
  • Ensure that the level of water in the expansion tank is correct.
  • Before you replace your boiler, get an EnerGuide home energy evaluation, which can help you understand how your home currently uses energy.
  • Check with your municipality, utility or retailer to see if there are any rebates on boilers available.
  • Consider the City of Toronto’s Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) as a way to finance your high-efficiency boiler.

Cost

$3,000 to $8,000

Source: Natural Resources Canada

 
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