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Smells, Noises, and Other Red Flags

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What does the term “red flag” mean to you? Perhaps it’s someone bringing up a dealbreaker on their first date. Or maybe it’s a used car for sale with an odd paint choice to cover up the rusted frame.

As consumers, we need to be on the lookout for red flags because they can sometimes be the difference between purchasing a lemon and investing in a system that’s worth it. In the case of AC, there are a million red flags to look out for, but they can get trickier when you already own the system.

For instance, if your AC is running smoothly in your home and there’s nothing that gives you pause, then congratulations! You can sit back and relax. But if your AC is making a sound, smelling bad, or doing something else that makes you concerned, then you might have a red flag on your hand that requires AC repair in Millbury!

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Everything to Learn About an Anode Rod

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The most common water heater in America is the conventional, storage tank water heater. These things are robust, affordable, and they work exceptionally well. But as your local water heater professional, we’d like to help some of our customers learn about one of the most important components of these systems.

Without this component, your storage tank water heater would last half as long as it’s supposed to. That component is the sacrificial anode rod, a metallic part that helps your system resist corrosion and remain structurally durable for a longer period of time.

Is it your first time learning about this component? Or perhaps you’re troubleshooting your water heater repair in Marlborough, and you’re wondering whether corrosion is the culprit. Either way, you’re in the right place! Keep reading to learn more about this vital component of your home water heating system.

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Stay Cool and Comfy This Summer

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Summer is right around the corner. It might not feel like it yet, but after a couple more work weeks or a long vacation, it’ll be here and temperatures will be hot. That’s why we always like to approach air conditioning blog posts beforehand, so we’re preparing our customers for the inevitable heat waves to come.

However, this blog isn’t just about AC repair in Marlborough. Your AC is absolutely the central figure in keeping your home cool and comfortable, but it’s not the only piece of the puzzle. There are many things that customers can do to alleviate hot temperatures and help their air conditioners run well.

This blog post will get into 5 helpful tips for homeowners to avoid the heat and stay cool, and yes, getting your air conditioner repaired is one of them!

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Our Emergency Plumbing Leak Checklist

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Hey you! You’ve finally made it to a helpful blog. After several frantic minutes of searching online for help, you’ve come to the right place. A plumbing leak can be a horrible experience, especially if it’s in the morning as you get ready for work, or in the middle of the night while you’re trying to sleep. We get it, it’s not fun.

So, firstly make sure you congratulate yourself and take a deep breath. You made it here, and this is the first step toward getting this taken care of.

We’d first like to introduce ourselves. We’re a local team of plumbers that can help with emergency plumbing in Millbury and beyond. See the number listed on the top of our website? You can just call that hotline right now and get someone on the phone to address your plumbing leak.

Then, let’s talk about what you can do right now to mitigate this issue.

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An AC Estimate Followthrough

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You’ve finally scheduled that appointment for AC repair in Marlborough. It’s tough, but you know it’s the right thing. This time, you’ve done things differently, like hiring a team with credentials. You’re bound to get much better results than the time you hired a family friend or a coworker.

So first, we’d like to congratulate you for getting this far. In a sea of empty promises, it can be tough to just get to the point where you feel like you’re on the right track. And if you’ve scheduled professional AC repair with a licensed technician, you’re definitely doing the right thing.

However, the work isn’t done and there’s more to prepare for! Get ready, take out your trusty notebook, and let’s start talking about the AC repair estimate process. Trust us when we say you’re going to want to know what questions to ask.

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A Heat Pump Is an Excellent Choice in Massachusetts

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Massachusetts is a diverse place. From the eastern side of the state with Middlesex County and Boston, to the western side with Springfield, or the central area in Amherst, there are a lot of different people who live in different ways. We can’t simply tell you which heating or cooling system is going to be best for everyone in Massachusetts, because everyone here is different!

But, what we can tell you, is that the climate is pretty similar all throughout the state. We’re not like Florida where one part of the panhandle might be a good 20 degrees colder than the tip of Miami. With consistent temperatures, we have better ideas of what to expect throughout our seasons.

With this in mind, we’d recommend a heat pump system for nearly anyone who is looking for this kind of air conditioning and heating unit. For heating installations in Southborough, MA and beyond, this blog post will hopefully explain this additional alternative heating system.

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It’s Sump Pump Season!

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Are you tired of turning on the light in your basement only to be greeted by several feet of floodwaters? It’s common here during the spring season as the snow finishes melting and the rain begins to fall. But it doesn’t have to be common.

Many homeowners already don’t deal with floodwaters in their basements, primarily because they utilize the powerful effect of a sump pump. These systems are great at keeping floodwaters at bay while you use your basement for other things like a game room, a man-cave, a she-shed, or even just for storing valuable family heirlooms.

The truth is that floodwaters can be a huge hassle and damage your home. With the help of a sump pump, you can stop them in their tracks and use your basement the way you want to. Let’s talk about how sump pumps work and why it’s such a vital plumbing service in Marlborough.

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The Dangers of a Neglected Furnace

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Gas furnaces can scare some homeowners. It’s not really their fault, people get a scary image in their heads sometimes when they find out that a combustion system is burning gas in the basement or crawlspace of their home. What if something were to go wrong? What if the system accidentally started a fire in your house?

We want to start off by saying that everything is going to be fine. We don’t want any of our customers to panic, and we’re confident in almost all of the gas furnace technology in our industry. These systems are designed to run safely and effectively for a decade or more. However, a furnace can run into some problems that can make it unsafe if it doesn’t get the heating repair in Southborough that it so desperately needs.

Let’s discuss together some of the safety features of a gas furnace, and what can potentially go wrong if they’re left neglected.

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3 Vital Components of a Furnace

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Every single gas furnace requires the support of these three components. Without these components, a furnace could run into major problems or even start operating unsafely. With a gas furnace, there are a lot of things to consider in terms of safety and efficiency.

For starters, the system itself is burning gas in a chamber to heat your home’s air. That’s combustion, and as everyone is aware of, combustion can quickly become dangerous if there aren’t certain safety measures in place to monitor and contain it. Also, the gas that’s burning can release carbon monoxide which must be safely ventilated from your home.

All of this being said, your furnace isn’t designed to be unsafe. It’s only after neglect or emerging problems that your furnace can become unsafe. When this happens, call our team for heating repair in Southborough.

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The Different Plumbing Services We Can Help With

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Plumbing can often be split into two categories–the plumbing work you can do yourself, and the plumbing work that should always be done by a professional. Plunging your sink, for instance, can usually be done by a homeowner as long as it’s done correctly. But plunging might not do enough for a clogged drain and you might require a professional plumber to step in.

Similarly, repiping is a plumbing service in Shrewsbury that can be complicated and almost always requires professional support. Trying to figure out what kind of plumbing material to install, how to install it correctly, and how to avoid disasters in the future is way too much for a homeowner to learn in such a short time. Not to mention the fact that equipment to perform this kind of work can be expensive and just downright inaccessible to regular people.

So, let’s talk about some of the best plumbing services we can help with right now. Then you can feel more comfortable deciding what plumbing work can be DIY, and what requires a pro.

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