I Ditched My Old Antifreeze for TermaGen and I'm Glad I Did
add_circle Pros
- The safety features are top-notch – it's completely non-toxic, which is a huge plus with little ones running around.
- The heat transfer fluid circulates smoothly, no foam issues whatsoever.
- I love that it's so easy to use – just fill it up and forget about it.
- The build quality is solid, and it looks great even after five years of use.
- I've had zero problems with it, and I'm impressed by the manufacturer's claims of a 10-year lifespan.
- It's a great value for money – you get what you pay for, and then some.
remove_circle Cons
- Getting air out of the system at the same time as filling it up can be a bit tricky – I needed some extra help with that part.
- It's not the cheapest option out there, but I think it's worth every penny.
- The installation process can be a bit daunting if you're not comfortable with DIY projects.
- I wish the manufacturer provided more detailed instructions for bleeding the system.
- It's not the most eco-friendly option out there, but it's definitely a step up from my old antifreeze.
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Editor's Summary
I recently swapped out my old antifreeze for TermaGen after a pro gave my system a thumbs down. He said my old stuff was past its prime, stunk to high heaven, and was slowly eating away at the system. I decided to take matters into my own hands and install the TermaGen Eco myself. It wasn't too bad, but getting air out of the system was a bit of a challenge. Still, it was worth it – I've been using it for five years with zero issues, and I'm glad I made the switch.
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I recently made the switch to TermaGen after my old antifreeze had seen better days. The upgrade was a big improvement. It all started a few years ago when I decided to give my heating system a major overhaul. I called in a pro, and he gave it a thumbs down. He said my old antifreeze was past its prime, smelled terrible, and was slowly eating away at the system. Although I'd only used it for two years.
I ended up installing the TermaGen Eco myself, and it was a breeze. The only tricky part was getting air out of the system at the same time - I needed a bit of extra help. But since my system is open-type, it wasn't a huge issue. I just had to bleed it manually.
What I really like about TermaGen is that it's safe and non-toxic. That's a big deal for me since I've got little ones running around. The heat transfer fluid circulates just fine, no foam issues. And the best part? No problems whatsoever in the five years I've been using it. I just filled it up and forgot about it. The manufacturer claims it'll last 10 years, but I'll believe it when I see it - I've only had it for five seasons so far, and it still looks great, a nice greenish hue.