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Originally Posted by joe the plumber
I have been in the plumb&heat industry for 30 years.I can help you but I need to speak to you.Just pm me if you are interested.
If not,heres my 2 cents. If you stay with oil,Spence has a nice set up.The day of the boiler with a tankless heater is unfortunately not over.They are still sold because of thier low cost.
Spence describes an "indirect" water heater.This is the standard set up over in Europe where they are about 15 years ahead of us in heating technology.Because the tank is controlled like an additional heating zone the boiler no longer has to maintain a minimum temp,like a boiler with a tankless.This alone sets the stage for impressive fuel savings.
There are sooo many indirects on the market.They all perform,as long as the proper sizing has been done.They all have impressive stand by heat losses---about 1/3 to 1/2 degree per hour.They all have good warranties.
Best bang for the buck.Vaughn Top Performer.Stone lined.Great performance.
Best tank made-Viessmann Vito Cell 300.Stainless steel.Unlimited lifetime warranty-And priced like it!!
I am not selling anything here.This is just my job and I am offering my help as requested.
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Thanks for the input. I'll likely be in the same shoes as Jimmy before long.
I anticipate as soon as my "boat" fund is saved up the furnace will need to be replaced
Out of curiosity, and I'm not asking you for a qoute, what is a reasonable amount to budget for a system (Viessmann Vito Cell 300)like you desrcibed above?