Identify and maintain your boiler

The rating plate (also called nameplate or data tag) is typically located on the front or side of the boiler jacket. It's a metal plate containing the manufacturer name, model number, serial number, BTU rating, and other specifications. For best results with Scan My Boiler, photograph this plate clearly.

The free scan provides basic identification including manufacturer, model name or series, boiler type (steam/hot water), and fuel type. This is helpful for quick identification when scheduling service calls or ordering parts.

The full report includes complete BTU specifications, efficiency ratings (AFUE), production year range, known issues for your specific model, and detailed maintenance recommendations.

Boilers should be professionally serviced annually, ideally before the heating season begins. This includes cleaning, safety checks, and efficiency testing. Buildings with steam systems may require more frequent low water cutoff testing and blowdowns.

Scan My Boiler identifies all major manufacturers including Weil-McLain, Burnham, Peerless, Slant/Fin, Crown, Buderus, Viessmann, Lochinvar, Laars, HTP, Navien, Rinnai, Bosch, Utica, New Yorker, Williamson, Triangle Tube, NTI, Smith Cast Iron, and many more.

Steam boilers heat water until it becomes steam, which rises naturally through pipes to radiators. Hot water (hydronic) systems circulate heated water through pipes using a pump. Steam systems are common in older buildings and require different maintenance than hot water systems.

Signs your boiler may need replacement include: age over 15-20 years, frequent repairs, uneven heating, rising fuel costs, visible corrosion, unusual noises, or difficulty finding replacement parts. Our full report includes model-specific information about common end-of-life indicators.

Yes! Scan My Boiler works with both residential and commercial boilers. Building superintendents and property managers across NYC, Chicago, New Jersey, and other major cities use our service to quickly identify and document building heating equipment.