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How to Aid Your AC in Cooling Your Home

October 29, 2020/in DIY Air Conditioning /by Joseph Wood

When the temperatures heat up, it’s natural to turn your attention to any means necessary to make your home comfortable. While that means some form of air conditioning for most people, it’s far from your only option. Note: even if you rely primarily on your air conditioner to cool your home, there are other things […]

How to Shut Down Your AC at the End of Summer

October 22, 2020/in DIY Air Conditioning /by Joseph Wood

As summer turns to fall, it’s time to start prepping your house for cooler temperatures. While there’s sure to be a lot on your plate, it’s critical that you shut down your AC in the appropriate manner. Neglecting to do so can leave you with a big mess (and a costly one) when you return […]

Is Your Home Losing Cool Air?

October 15, 2020/in DIY Air Conditioning /by Joseph Wood

It takes a lot of money to keep your home cool during the hot summer months. If you use an air conditioning system to do so, it’s likely that you’re spending $100 or more every month (and that’s being generous). So, the last thing you want to find is that your home is losing cool […]

What is a Heat Pump?

October 8, 2020/in DIY Heating /by Joseph Wood

Have you found yourself wondering if a heat pump is the right solution for your home? Do you have questions about how a heat pump works, perhaps because you’re buying a home with one of these installed? Depending on your personal needs, you may find that a heat pump is a good alternative to a […]

What Is a Mini-Split Heat Pump?

October 1, 2020/in DIY Heating /by Joseph Wood

Do you have a mini-split heat pump in your home? Are you buying a property with one of these installed? Are you hoping to install this type of pump in the near future? Thanks to a variety of high-level benefits, mini-split heat pumps are extremely popular. However, before you can take advantage, you’ll want to […]

What to do if Your Hot Water Tank is Leaking

September 24, 2020/in Water Heaters /by Joseph Wood

Your hot water tank is one of those appliances you don’t think about often. As long as you’re getting hot water when you need it – such as when washing the dishes or taking a shower – everything is good in your mind. However, there’s something to remember: hot water tanks aren’t designed to last […]

3 Things to Know About Your Home’s Boiler System

September 17, 2020/in Boilers /by Joseph Wood

Depending on the age of your home, you may rely on a boiler system to keep it warm. Generally speaking, older homes in the Boston area are those that are most likely to rely on this type of heating. A boiler is a specially designed water heater that distributes heat in hot water and passes […]

Commercial Plumbing Services: Reasons to Call in a Pro

September 10, 2020/in Plumbing /by Joseph Wood

Just the same as a residential property, commercial buildings have complex plumbing systems. For that reason, there’s a lot that can go wrong as the months turn to years. It doesn’t matter if you own a commercial building or rent one, such as for your office, it’s critical to become familiar with the many types […]

Why isn’t my Faucet Getting Hot Water?

September 3, 2020/in Plumbing /by Joseph Wood

You turn on your faucet in search of hot water and nothing happens. The water remains cold. So, you wait a few minutes, try again, and realize that you’re still at square one. It’s obvious at this point that something is wrong. Just the same as many plumbing issues that require maintenance, no hot water […]

When to Replace a Sink Faucet

August 27, 2020/in Plumbing /by Joseph Wood

Replacing a sink faucet may not be your idea of the most exciting home improvement project, but there’s likely to come a time when it’s necessary. There is no right or wrong time to replace a sink faucet, but there are situations when it makes sense to take action. Consider the following: 1. Your Faucet […]