Keep Your Home Warm With Hartford’s Heating Experts
Hartford winters have a way of testing every part of a home, but few systems take on more strain than the one quietly running in the basement, keeping radiators warm and rooms comfortable through months of freezing temperatures. Unlike many parts of the country built around central air and forced-air furnaces, a large share of Hartford’s housing stock, especially in older neighborhoods throughout West Hartford, Wethersfield, and the surrounding towns, was designed around boiler-based heat. That long history of hydronic heating is exactly why heating services in Hartford, CT look a little different here than they might elsewhere, and why choosing a company that understands these systems inside and out matters so much.
Tony Marzano Plumbing & Heating has been servicing boilers and heating systems across Greater Hartford since 1978. Now in our 48th year as a family-owned and operated business, we’ve built our reputation on understanding exactly what this region’s homes need, whether that’s a decades-old cast iron boiler still chugging along or a brand new high-efficiency system installed as part of a larger renovation. Our 4.9-star rating across more than 700+ Google reviews reflects the trust homeowners throughout Hartford, Glastonbury, West Hartford, and beyond have placed in us over nearly five decades.
Our Heater & Boiler Services
Heating a Hartford-area home often means working with systems and fuel sources that have been in place for decades, and our team is equipped to handle whichever situation your home presents.
Oil to Gas Conversion
Many homes throughout Hartford and the surrounding towns still rely on oil heat, a holdover from an era before natural gas lines reached every neighborhood. As gas service has expanded across the region, more homeowners are choosing to convert, drawn by the potential for lower monthly costs and less hassle than scheduling regular oil deliveries. Our team handles every part of the process, from coordinating new gas service and safely removing the old oil tank to installing a properly sized gas boiler connected to your existing radiators or baseboard system.
Gas Boilers
Gas boilers remain one of the most common and reliable heating solutions for Hartford-area homes, particularly those built around radiator or steam distribution systems. We install, repair, and service gas boilers of every type, helping homeowners choose the right size and efficiency rating for their specific home, whether that’s a straightforward system swap or a full steam-to-hot-water conversion for a home ready to modernize its heat distribution.
Wall Hung Boilers
For homes with limited basement or utility space, a wall hung boiler offers a practical alternative to a traditional floor standing system. These compact units mount directly to a wall, freeing up valuable floor space while still delivering reliable, efficient heat. We install and service wall hung boilers throughout Greater Hartford, paying close attention to proper venting and integration with a home’s existing piping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What heating system works best for older Hartford-area homes with existing radiators?
For homes already set up with radiators, a gas boiler is typically the most practical choice, since it can connect directly to that existing distribution system without the need for new ductwork. Many older homes throughout Hartford, Wethersfield, and Rocky Hill were originally built around steam heat, and while a straightforward boiler replacement works well for many homeowners, some choose to convert to a hot water system during the process for more even heat and improved efficiency. Our team evaluates each home’s existing setup before recommending the best path forward.
What’s the difference between servicing a wall hung boiler and a traditional floor standing system?
While both types of boilers rely on similar core components, wall hung units are more compact and often combine multiple parts into a single unit, which can make certain repairs more involved than on a traditional floor standing system. Venting requirements also tend to differ, since wall hung boilers typically use direct vent systems through an exterior wall rather than a traditional chimney. Our technicians are trained to service both types, so whichever system your home has, we can handle its specific maintenance and repair needs.
Schedule Your Services Today!
Don’t wait for a cold house to remind you your heating system needs attention. Call Tony Marzano Plumbing & Heating today to schedule heating services in Hartford, CT backed by nearly 50 years of trusted, licensed experience across the region.
