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Boiler Size Calculator

Estimate boiler heating capacity from area.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Heating required (BTU/h) 70,000
Heating required (kW) 20.515
Formula: BTU = area × BTU/ft²
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Floor area = 2,000
3. BTU per ft² = 35
4.
5. Heating required = Floor area x BTU per ft² = 2,000 x 35 = 70,000BTU/h
6. Heating required = 20.515kW
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Rough-size a boiler from floor area (adjust for climate and insulation).

The math behind it

BTU/h = area × ~30–40 BTU/ft² for a typical house. ÷ 3,412 for kW.

Worked Example

2,000 ft² at 35 BTU/ft² → 70,000 BTU/h.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hot water needs?

Add capacity for domestic hot water separately.

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