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Erlanger’s oldest neighborhoods carry a history that most NKY cities don’t. The pre-war and early post-war homes along Dixie Highway and around Silver Lake Park were built in an era before forced-air heating became standard and many are still running the cast iron hot water boiler systems they were originally built with. Some of those systems are 50, 60, even 70 years old, still heating homes through radiators, still doing their job. Until they aren’t.
Boiler service is a specialty: different components, different failure patterns, different expertise than a furnace or heat pump call. Arlinghaus has been providing Erlanger and Florence homeowners heating services since 2008, with technicians dispatching from our office at 40 Cave Run Dr who are trained on both modern and legacy hydronic systems. With 7,000+ reviews and a 4.8-star average, along with Best of NKY recognition for 10 consecutive years, we bring that same standard to every boiler call – repair, replacement, or the conversion conversation that comes when an aging system finally reaches its end.
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Hydronic heating systems operate on a completely different principle than the forced-air equipment found in most NKY homes. A boiler heats water, circulates it through a network of pipes, and distributes warmth through cast iron radiators with no ductwork, no blower motor, and no air filter. The components that wear out in these systems are specific to how they work:
Diagnosing a boiler problem means understanding how those components interact, which is a different skill set than furnace diagnostics, and one that not every HVAC company in NKY has developed.

At Arlinghaus, it all starts with passion. We’re a family-owned business specializing in electrical, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning services. With years of experience and a team of certified residential contractors, we provide reliable services that homeowners can depend on.

We’re proud to serve the communities of Northern Kentucky, Southeast Indiana, and Greater Cincinnati, Ohio areas, with an office based in Northern Kentucky and the Sharonville, Cincinnati area. We love our region, which blends the warmth of happy small-town charm with the variety and excitement of big-city life.

Our award-winning, expertly trained team has over 7,000+ five-star reviews. We’ve been voted the Best in Cincinnati for Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning, Best of the North by Cincy Magazine, and Best of NKY for 10 consecutive years, which means our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is recognized year after year.
It all starts with passion. Arlinghaus is proud to be a trusted, family-owned plumbing and HVAC company in the Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Indiana areas.
It all starts with passion. Arlinghaus is proud to be a trusted, family-owned plumbing and HVAC company in the Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Indiana areas.
Some boiler problems announce themselves quickly. Others develop over weeks before they become a failure. Watch for:
We’re a family-owned business with deep roots in the Erlanger, Kentucky, and Greater Cincinnati communities. Our commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted name in the area for years. Here’s a little more about what makes our electrical company stand out:
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When a boiler has reached the point where repair no longer makes financial sense, because repairs are becoming recurring, the heat exchanger is compromised, or parts for an older unit are simply no longer available, a new system is the right call. Modern high-efficiency gas boilers (AFUE 90%+) deliver meaningfully lower operating costs than aging equipment, and in most Erlanger homes with intact radiators and piping in good condition, a new boiler can be paired with the existing distribution system without a full retrofit.
The process with Arlinghaus starts with an assessment of the boiler, the distribution piping, and the radiators to confirm they can support a new unit. From there, we walk you through equipment options, handle Kenton County permitting, and complete a full commissioning check before the job is done. Free estimates on all replacement projects.
Boiler replacement isn’t the only path when an older system reaches end of life. For Erlanger homeowners who want cooling capability alongside heating, or who are simply ready for a full upgrade, converting to a furnace or heat pump is worth evaluating. For homes without any existing ductwork it’s a more involved project and a larger upfront investment; for homes that already have some ductwork in place, it may be more practical than expected.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer here. Arlinghaus will give you real cost comparisons across both options, new boiler versus full conversion, so the decision is grounded in actual numbers rather than a guess.
Boiler repair costs vary significantly depending on what’s failed. A circulator pump replacement lands at a very different price point than a heat exchanger repair or a pressure vessel issue. Arlinghaus provides upfront pricing after diagnosis on every repair call. You know exactly what you’re looking at before any work begins.
For replacement, cost depends on the efficiency tier of the new unit, the scope of any piping or system work needed, and permit fees. For most homeowners, a full boiler replacement is a significant investment and Arlinghaus offers flexible financing options for qualified homeowners so the cost doesn’t have to come all at once. Financing lets you move forward with the right system for your home now rather than deferring a replacement that’s already overdue. Free estimates on all replacement projects with no obligation, no pressure.
A boiler going out in an older Erlanger home is a different level of urgency than a furnace failure. Homes with cast iron radiators and no secondary heat source can drop to dangerous temperatures within hours during a January cold snap and without circulating hot water, the risk of frozen pipes is real. Arlinghaus answers phones around the clock, prioritizes no-heat boiler calls, and is available on weekends and holidays. Let us know when you call if the home has no backup heat source so we can dispatch accordingly.
Arlinghaus has been serving Northern Kentucky since 2008, and the reputation built in that time is grounded in specifics: 7,000+ reviews with a 4.8-star average, and Best of NKY recognition for 10 consecutive years. No other HVAC company in the area has matched that combination and on a service as specialized as boiler repair and replacement, that track record reflects something real. It means technicians who know hydronic systems, not just forced-air equipment, and a standard of honesty on every call that keeps Northern Kentucky homeowners coming back.
Whether your boiler needs immediate attention or you’re evaluating your options for a system that’s been showing its age, Arlinghaus is available 24/7 for emergency calls and offers free estimates on all replacements. Call us or book online and we’ll get you set up for the soonest available time.
We believe that one of life’s greatest gifts is the ability to celebrate one’s place in a thriving community, with family and friends, where everyone shares a common set of goals and dreams. We are fortunate to work and live in great communities throughout Kentucky, Cincinnati and Indiana, areas that have welcomed and embraced us over the years. We are happy to give back to those communities through a variety of initiatives, some very public, others totally private. We’re a people-first company.