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Steam heat is a
conventional heating system, which is common
in buildings and homes constructed before
the 1950s. It involves heating water in a
steam boiler until it attains its boiling
point of 212 degrees Fahrenheit. It works on
the fundamental principle that as the water
turns to steam, the pressure within the
boiler continues to increase, forcing the
steam through pipes to the radiators found
in every room. In addition, as the radiators
get hot, they keep radiating heat throughout
the room. However, when the steam eventually
cools, it finally condenses to form liquid
water, which flows back down to the boiler
where it is re-heated. The whole process is
repeated once they cycle is completed.
For a long time,
steaming has been known to supply heat in
homes and building to maintain room
temperatures. For effective operation, the
boiler should be filled with one-half to
two-thirds of water with the help of a gauge
that measures ideal water levels. For the
same reason, steam heat systems have a water
level gauge located on the side of the
boiler, including a manual feed valve to let
you add the right water level periodically
when required. As an industry standard,
boilers come with a pressure relief valve
together with a low-water cutoff for safety
and efficiency reasons.
Pros of
Aircon Steaming
Companies invest in high quality equipment
to meet the sanitizing needs of today’s
sophisticated market. For such companies, it
greatly differentiates them from competitors
or rivals in the sanitizing business. They
have to up their game in order to stay
competitive in the industry. Today’s quality
industrial standards steam cleaners, for
instance, generate high heat at 155 degrees,
which guarantees to eliminate germs,
bacteria and dust mites almost instantly.
Apart from sanitizing, there are also other
substantial benefits of steaming.
Singaporeans can rely on steaming to
eliminate any traces of bedbugs or eggs of
any other parasite from their homes by
contracting a steam cleaning company who
employ a thorough steam cleaning process –
the best method that eliminates all
parasites. This method is highly recommended
to be carried out after the pest control's
service if you are to achieve the best
results, or for a thorough round of pest
elimination.
Besides, steam cleaning is a critical add-on
for melting grease found in the kitchen,
clean hard-to-reach/hidden areas like
crevices, bathrooms etc, as well as
de-greasing of cooker hood and hob without
requiring any harsh chemicals. Steaming has
several other benefits among which are
listed below.
Reliability:
With its fewer moving parts, steam heat
systems are simpler than any newer heating
systems. In terms of simplicity, steam heat
systems have it all. Instead of relying on
complicated pumps or fans in heat
distribution, steam heat systems utilize
pressure differential to force the steam
through the pipes. It is because of this
simplicity that makes the steam heat system
a very reliable option to provide desirable
results, as long as it is well maintained.
Durability:
Steam heat systems generally have a service
life of about 20-25 years. If properly or
regularly maintained, most steam heat
systems will continue to operate well even
beyond their expected life span. Maintenance
is core in keeping steam heat systems in
long-term operation.
Cleanliness:
While modern forms of air heating systems
are known to stir up dust particles and
other allergens that could be hazardous to
health, steam heat systems provide clean and
dust-free heat. If your family’s health is
your number one priority, then these systems
are for you.
The Cons
of Heat Steaming
Inefficiency:
In general, steam heat is not as efficient
as other alternatives of heating. It
supplies less heat than that generated by
most of modern heating systems.
Noise:
Steam heat systems can be very noisy. While
hissing valves are a normal function,
sagging pipes or malfunctioning valves can
often result in a "knocking" sound.
High-Maintenance Cost: Steam heat
systems need constant or regular maintenance
to keep them operating smoothly. Most people
can handle the day-to-day maintenance
themselves by regularly checking the water
level gauge, safety valve, and pressure
gauge on their boiler. However, you should
call a qualified service professional once a
year to conduct a thorough inspection and
adjust the burner and the valves on the
radiators, check the chimney and the flues
for any leaks.
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