BTUs and You – What You Need to Know

Technically speaking, a BTU – short for British Thermal Unit – is the amount of energy needed to heat one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit. For example: if a 16 ounce (one pound) glass of water has a standing temperature of 59° F, it would take 1 BTU to raise that glass of…

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Is an Indirect-Fired Water Heater Right for Me?

An indirect-fired water heater is one of the most energy-efficient, low-cost water heater options on the market today – if you’re looking for a smart water-heating alternative for your Connecticut home, it could be just what you need. How an indirect-fired water heater works An indirect water heater uses heat generated by your boiler or…

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