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lance_klusener OP t1_iucyjqv wrote

Reply to comment by Ron-Ruger in [Request] Plumbers HVAC recommendations | Replacing gas furnace + Hot water tank by lance_klusener

I won't get near the gas stove let alone touching a wire or a copper pipe :(

I fully understand - One wrong step and all hell could break loose

Ron-Ruger -- In your recommendation, what type of furnace, boiler i should get?

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Ron-Ruger t1_iud1y49 wrote

When I did residential work I swore by Buderus for boilers supplying baseboard or a hydro air system. If you are replacing a hot air furnace there are tons that your installer can recommend, the codes have dramatically changed in the years over venting. You may have to direct vent out a wall, or if you were venting out the chimney before that, it may not work with new equipment. The codes changed because the exhaust from the equipment was deteriorating the clay liners in chimneys and destroying them, now chimneys have to be lined and inspected. Bafaro has been around forever. Pinnacle HVAC does great work!! I no longer do anything residential. I hope this helps

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lance_klusener OP t1_iud2nb6 wrote

>You may have to direct vent out a wall

Yes, we have this. The vent is thru the wall and gets smoke out of the house.
The smoke is not out thru the chimney

Thank you for the recommendation !

In terms of cost - How much should i be looking to pay approximately?

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Ron-Ruger t1_iud77gq wrote

I really wish I could give you an idea of the cost but I have not priced things out in a long time! I do know that materials have almost tripled since the pandemic, like copper fittings, valve’s, and even solder is $40 per roll. Whatever you do, don’t go with the low bidder and if possible try to get a reference! I just went through hell with a roofer that was highly recommended from friends and had great references! The price will probably shock you Best of luck to you

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