High pressure boilers differ from other methods of energy creation by fuel, emissions, and efficiency. All of these factors have an effect on the equipment’s performance and cost. Some of the characteristics of a high-pressure boiler are listed below: Power…
You’ve been asking for a contemporary stylish wood stove that can also plumb into hydro radiant heat distribution. Obadiah’s has finally found the perfect solution to your heating needs! We are now offering some of the few wood-fired oven hydronic…
So you’ve got a boiler, but how do you connect it to your water system? “Kitchen Boiler Connections,” published by David Williams, features a collection of writings designed to help you understand the basic mechanics and plumbing that goes into…
Domestic hot water heating is not a new concept, and has in fact been a common plumbing solution for over one hundred years. In that time many articles and how-to’s have been written about the subject of, much of which…
Boilers have a reputation: They’re messy, they burn dirty, and they’re something of a pain to maintain properly. That reputation, along with the flagrant abuse of their burning abilities by many users, led to a recent revision of national regulations…
If you’ve thought about purchasing a wood boiler recently, chances are you’ve been confused when it comes to understanding the Environmental Protection Agency’s wood boiler regulations. Over the last five years the popularity of these heating units has exploded, but…
Introduction Wood boilers are growing in popularity every year with people looking for effective ways to use wood heat, and if you’ve had any experience using a boiler, you know how wonderful they can be. However, like wood stoves, wood…
A home made of straw bale? That’s right. Introducing the “Solar Dragon” by Living Design Systems. The Solar Dragon is an off-grid home, there are no gas or power lines running to the property, making it the perfect design for…
Man has been burning wood as a renewable, carbon-neutral fuel for thousands of years, but it’s only recently that we have given much thought to what is coming out of the chimney. As Americans, we seem to be more behind…
Are you thinking about buying a traditional boiler, but are not sure if you want it indoors or outdoors? This is an important decision, and over the years Obadiah’s has helped many customers decide what is best for their household…