Do you read the Old Farmer's Almanac? Lots of people do. They enjoy the old-time advice, tips on living your life more in harmony with Mother Nature, and, most of all, the weather forecasts. While today we see the Weather Channel and local meteorologists using high-tech radar systems and computer modeling to let us know what to expect for the next seven to ten days, The Old Farmer's Almanac sets down in print, months in advance, their thoughts on what the weather's going to be like for an … [Read more...]
Sherborn: When the Toilet Won’t Stop Running
January 12, 2012 By
"It wakes me up in the middle of the night. I'm laying there in bed, and I can hear the toilet running and running and running...even though no one is even awake to use the bathroom! It drives me crazy, and I know my water bill is going to be super high." A toilet that won't stop running is a serious plumbing problem. As our Sherborn homeowner said, a constantly running toilet can cause your water bill to skyrocket. You're paying top dollar for water that's being wasted! In this … [Read more...]
Sudbury Sewer Clogs: Are They Alec Baldwin’s Fault?
December 7, 2011 By
Have you been following all of the drama? It turns out that Alec Baldwin didn't listen when an American Airlines flight attendant asked him repeatedly to shut off his iPhone. He was removed from the plane, but caught a later flight. He used Twitter to share his feelings on the event in real time — only later to deactivate the account. The resulting media frenzy is enough to make your head spin! Another issue that can make you feel confused (and a little nauseated!) is sewer drain clogs. … [Read more...]
Wellesley Sump Pump Installation: The 411
November 30, 2011 By
We've had some wild weather in our region. Early snows were followed by record-breaking unseasonably warm temperatures. There's been a lot of rain. Conditions are wet. This can mean trouble for the Wellesley homeowner, especially if you get water in the basement. Wellesley Sump Pump Installation Sump pumps are the first, best line of defense against water in the basement. There are two types of sump pumps: pedestal and submersible. Both function in much the same way: they are installed … [Read more...]
Franklin: Frozen Pipes Don’t Have To Ruin Your Holidays!
November 29, 2011 By
Winter brings us many wonderful things: holiday gatherings with family and friends, snow covered trails to ski and snowmobile, full-contact shopping at the local mall...but there's one thing that's no so wonderful, and that's the peril of frozen pipes. Dropping temperatures and wild winter winds can leave exposed pipes, such as those located on exterior walls, in basements, or in cold, unused portions of our homes, vulnerable to freezing. Water service pipes that bring water into your home can … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving From Robert Wagner Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
November 23, 2011 By
Happy Thanksgiving to one and all! Tomorrow is a special day, a time when we gather with family and friends to celebrate the year gone by and the blessings we've enjoyed. Here at Robert Wagner Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling, we count you, our customers, among our greatest blessings. It is our privilege and honor to be your plumber of choice. We thank you for your business and send our best wishes for a fabulous Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving Plumbing Tip: Avoiding Kitchen Sink Clogs As … [Read more...]
Marlborough Plumbing Spotlight: Clogged Toilets Means Sewer Drain Cleaning
November 10, 2011 By
There are phone calls you really don’t want to get while you’re at work. One of them sounds like this: “I don’t know what happened! All I know is I came home from school, went to the bathroom, and flushed the toilet. The water is all over the place!” A clogged toilet is a big problem that requires an immediate fix. If you’re suddenly confronted with a clogged toilet, call your Marlborough plumber. Chances are, he’ll tell you need sewer drain cleaning. Our home’s … [Read more...]
Hopkinton: Laundry Room Plumbing Trouble
October 31, 2011 By
Are you spending too much time at the laundrymat? That might be the case if you're suffering from laundry room clogs. Clogs in your washing machine drain pipes can result in overflowing washing machines: talk about a soapy mess! If your laundry drains aren't clogged completely, they can still keep your washing machine from draining properly. This means your washer takes longer than usual to operate, and may result in higher water and energy costs. Hopkinton Laundry Room Drain … [Read more...]
Dover: Is Your Heating System Ready for Winter
October 28, 2011 By
Winter's on its way! Believe it or not, we're expecting the season's first snowstorm. How much snow will we get? Some areas along the Northeast corridor are going to get close to a foot of snow! One thing is for certain: everyone is going to be experiencing some wild winds and colder temperatures along with the snow. Is your home heating system ready? Dover Furnace Service & Repair Every year, you should have your furnace, boiler, or other home heating system serviced by your Dover … [Read more...]
