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Setback thermostats, also known as programmable thermostats, are worth their weight in gold. According to the Department of Energy, homeowners spend an average of $2,200 annually on energy bills, including heating and cooling. Aside from the mortgage and taxes, heating and cooling costs are likely to be the largest expenses associated with the home. Homeowners […]
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Making a few changes to the way you use and care for the major systems in your Boston home can save a bundle on utility bills. While some of these tips apply only to the summer cooling season or winter heating season, you can save money year-round by assessing your utility usage carefully. Air Conditioning […]
Steam heat systems are notorious for being hard to control, making rooms either too hot or too cold. Unfortunately, steam heat systems may distribute heat unevenly, making it impossible to adjust the system overall. Are there simple steps you can take to adjust the heat output in each room of your Boston steam-heated home? Yes! […]
It’s inevitable- your water heater will someday leak. We receive the call every day from frustrated homeowners in the Boston area that woke up to no hot water and a mess in the basement. What can be done? Look for these 3 signs that your water heater may be on the fritz! 1) Age: If […]
No one likes plumbing problems. They always come up when you least expect them, and often homeowners aren’t prepared to handle them. Here are a few tips to help you deal with plumbing emergencies that may arise in your Boston home. 1. Don’t Panic. Few, if any, emergency situations are improved by panicking. If you […]
There are few things that cause a homeowner’s heart to race faster than a bona fide plumbing emergency. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to prepare for a plumbing emergency before you have one on hand. Your home’s plumbing system may seem like a complicated maze of pipes and drains […]
Customers ask all the time: “What’s the best way to maintain my cooling system during the summer months?” The best answer? Changing the air-filter! The air-filter costs just a few dollars, but can prevent expensive compressor failure or coil clogging. If you’ve seen the air-conditioning coil develop ice on its surface- you may have a […]
Generally, the water quality in the Boston area is good, but drinking water can be contaminated at any point in the water purification and delivery processes. Because many homeowners are concerned about contaminants such as lead, mercury, chlorine, petrochemicals, fertilizers, and prescription drugs, they are turning to a type of water filtration system known as […]
If you own a home with central air conditioning in Boston, you’ll need to do some maintenance each year and throughout the cooling season to keep your home cool and your air conditioner in good shape. Sometimes, problems with your A/C will require the attention of a professional, but there are steps you can take […]