The short answer
If a bad chimney has been the reason you have not upgraded your oil boiler, the Energy Kinetics Resolute RT removes that obstacle. It is a high-efficiency oil boiler that vents through plastic pipe out a sidewall, so it does not need a chimney at all. You get the fuel savings and clean, efficient heat of an Energy Kinetics system, up to 40 percent less oil use compared with an older conventional boiler according to the manufacturer, without paying to reline, repair, or rebuild a chimney.
Why the chimney is often the hidden cost of a new boiler
When homeowners replace an old boiler, the chimney is a common and expensive surprise. Older masonry chimneys can be oversized, deteriorated, or unlined for a modern appliance, and bringing one up to spec can mean a stainless liner or significant masonry work. For some homes, the chimney repair costs as much as a meaningful chunk of the boiler itself. That is enough to make people put off an upgrade that would otherwise save them money every winter.
How the Resolute RT gets around it
The Resolute RT is designed to vent directly through a sidewall using plastic venting pipe, the same idea used by modern high-efficiency gas equipment. Because it does not rely on a chimney to exhaust, you avoid chimney lining and repair entirely. That makes it an excellent fit for:
- Homes with a chimney that needs an expensive liner or repair.
- Homes where the chimney has been removed or was never suitable for the boiler.
- Additions or mechanical rooms located far from an existing chimney.
- Anyone who wants to modernize without a masonry project.
You still get the efficiency
The Resolute RT is not a stripped-down option. It carries the same Energy Kinetics design philosophy that produces big fuel savings: low thermal mass so there is little metal and water to keep hot, energy recovery that captures leftover heat after each cycle instead of sending it up the vent, and smart controls that manage heat and hot water efficiently. The result is clean, efficient oil heat and the up-to-40-percent savings Energy Kinetics is known for, in a package that frees you from the chimney.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Resolute RT really not need a chimney?
Correct. It vents through plastic pipe out a sidewall, so no chimney is required. That is its signature advantage for homes with chimney problems.
Is it as efficient as the System 2000?
It uses the same Energy Kinetics low-mass, energy-recovery approach that eliminates standby losses, delivering the high efficiency and large fuel savings the brand is known for. The best fit for your home depends on your setup, and we are glad to help you choose.
How much can it save on oil?
Energy Kinetics states up to 40 percent compared with a conventional boiler. Your actual savings depend on the system you are replacing and how your home uses heat and hot water.
Do you install the Resolute RT?
Yes. We install and service Energy Kinetics systems, including the Resolute RT for homes without a usable chimney.
Don’t let a chimney stop you from saving
If a failing chimney has kept you in an old, oil-wasting boiler, the Resolute RT is the way out. Call us at (215) 874-0093 to talk it through, and remember we offer same-day heating oil delivery when you order by noon in Bucks County, Montgomery County, and Philadelphia.