Boiler Room Blog

Serving up the hottest industry news and insights.

Welcome to the Boiler Room Blog, your guide to technical insights, industry developments, and guidance to help you boost your business (with plenty of hot water). Explore by category or search our posts for all the commercial water heating news you need.

Apartments & Property Management

12 Ways to Reduce Apartment Building Water Usage and Save Money

If you’re not thinking about reducing water usage in the apartments you oversee, you’re pouring money down the drain. The truth is, you can start saving money immediately on your building with some simple steps. For property owners and managers,… Read More >

Water Heater Safety, Water Heaters

Why Boiler Safety Features Matter for Your Commercial Space

Commercial and industrial boilers are the unsung heroes of countless facilities. Working under the radar, boilers perform big jobs from heating office buildings and schools to ensuring sterilization systems in care facilities. Boilers deliver the heat and/or hot water to… Read More >

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Food & Beverage Production: Get Peak Performance from Your Commercial Hot Water Systems

Breweries, dairy plants, bottling lines, and food production facilities are all dependent on the same key ingredient: hot, safe water. Your commercial hot water system does a lot of work—sanitizing conveyor belts and filling equipment, cleaning kegs, pasteurizing product, and… Read More >

Restaurants

Extending the Life of Ice Machines and Coffee Makers with a Commercial Water Softener

Your bistro or cafe thrives on consistency in food, service, and customer experience. One factor that might get overlooked is water quality. Yes, the water that comes through your coffee makers, ice machines, and dishwashers has a direct impact on… Read More >

Boilers, Hotels & Hospitality

Understanding Boiler Efficiency Ratings: What It Means for Your Hotel

Why should you care about your hotel boiler’s efficiency rating? For hotel owners, hot water is an essential part of the guest experience. Right up there with a clean, comfortable bed, guests expect a hot shower, a warm room, and… Read More >

Hot Water, Water Heaters

Why Hot Water Recovery Rates Are Important to Your Business

Do you know the hot water recovery rate for your commercial water heater? From clean towels to satisfied tenants, hot water is essential for operations across many industries. But it’s not just about having access to hot water in your… Read More >

Boilers, Hotels & Hospitality, Water Heaters

Boilers vs. Water Heaters: What’s Better for Your Hotel?

In the world of hospitality, hot water isn’t an optional luxury; it’s a necessity. For hotels, resorts, and spas, hot water is critical for maintaining smooth operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and upholding overall service standards. Guests expect clean rooms and… Read More >

Energy Savings & Money Savings

8 Small Changes to Reduce Your Commercial Water Heater Energy Use

For commercial businesses, energy use is always a large operational expense. Water heating and water usage can be an overlooked contributor to the bill. Whether you’re trying to be more conservation-focused or just interested in reducing energy consumption to boost… Read More >

Breweries & Craft Brewing, Water Softeners

Why Water Softeners for Breweries Make the Perfect Pint

We think of beer as a combination of malt and hops, brewed together to create a delicious beverage. But above all, beer is mostly water (about 90-95% water to be exact). This means that the quality, mineral content, and consistency… Read More >

Restaurants

Why Commercial Kitchen Equipment Maintenance Matters

As a restaurant owner, you likely already know that commercial kitchen equipment maintenance is the best way to avoid costly surprises. Maintenance doesn’t just mean cleaning, although that’s part of it. It also means looking and listening to your equipment… Read More >