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Watertown: Is Your Heater Noisy?

October 17, 2011 By
Why is the heater so noisy?

October means that chilly weather's here, and you know what that means: the start of the home heating season. Turning on the heat after a long spring and summer off can be revealing. Sitting idle isn't always ideal for our home heating systems. Not only can dust, dirt, and grime accumulate on our furnaces, clogging filters and impacting efficiency, sometimes furnaces are noisy. Noisy furnaces can scare the kids too! Furnace Noise: Normal or Not? In a perfect world, our furnaces and home … [Read more...]

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Sherborn: What Can Be Done About Septic Odor Problems

October 10, 2011 By
Sewer Odors Can Ruin Your Day!

"I have worked so hard to have a beautiful home," Chloe M. said. "I can't even begin to explain how much energy and effort I have put into this place. But there is nothing I can do about this horrible septic odor! Until this problem is fixed, I can't have people over. We can't entertain at all. And I don't know about you, but I don't want to stay in a house that stinks all of the time!" Sherborn: What Causes Septic Odor Problems? Septic odor problems occur when noxious gasses become … [Read more...]

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Millis: Is Annual Heating Service Call Necessary?

September 29, 2011 By
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Winter will be here soon. You might not be able to tell just yet - the temperatures in our region have been fairly warm lately. But the leaves have started to take on the jeweled tones of autumn, and you know what that means: freezing winter temperatures and heavy snows are on their way. Times are tight for everyone.  People are looking for ways to save money on their household expenses.  Budgets are examined and re-examined, scrutinized for any area where costs can be contained.  One of … [Read more...]

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Maynard: 2012 Bathroom Design Trends

September 22, 2011 By

Are you planning a bathroom remodel? We've been taking a sneak peek into some of the world's best bathroom designer's notebooks, and here's what we're seeing: The Ethnic Bathroom Goodbye to the cookie-cutter, culture-neutral bathroom.  Say hello to the ethnic bathroom, where design motifs and color cues are drawn from the homeowner's favored culture. The Japanese aesthetic has become increasingly popular, with a restricted color palate and modern, minimalist design attracting many fans. … [Read more...]

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Holliston: What To Do When The Toilet’s Clogged

September 14, 2011 By
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Running a pre-school has its challenges.  Kids may be small, but they have the power within them to cause big plumbing problems.  This is something Amanda K. discovered the hard way. "I turned my back for just a second," the daycare provider said.  "And in that moment, Caleb got an entire bin of arts and crafts supplies and sent them WHOOSH down the toilet!" The arts and crafts supplies didn't go far.  Absorbent towels and sponges swelled, lodging in the sewer drain pipe and trapping … [Read more...]

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Wayland: More Rain is Coming – Is Your Sump Pump Ready?

September 8, 2011 By

This fall has brought unprecedented amounts of rain to Wayland and the surrounding areas. Hurricane Irene dumped nearly a foot of rain in some locations throughout the Northeast, and the hits keep on coming: Former Tropical Storm Lee is delivering more rain in areas where the ground is already saturated. Significant flooding can result, and is indeed forecast for Binghamton, NY. Is your home prepared for a flash flooding event? With these heavy rains and unusual weather patterns, no … [Read more...]

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Newton: Do You Need a Sump Pump?

August 26, 2011 By
Is your home ready for localized flooding?

I don't know if you've noticed, but we've had a run of crazy weather lately in the Newton area.  Last year, the entire Northeast saw record-breaking snowfall. In the spring, we had flooding, due both to snow melt and heavy seasonal rain.  This summer has been exceptionally hot: more than  a few records have been broken.  And all the signs seem to indicate that this pattern of extreme weather is going to continue.  That leaves us with just one question: Are you ready? What Is A Sump … [Read more...]

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Waltham: Is It Time For Sewer Cleaning?

August 19, 2011 By

Summer is starting to fade. We can see the first signs of fall already. The leaves are changing color; back to school sales commercials dominate the television and radio. It's time for Waltham homeowners to start getting ready for colder weather. This is the time when we start doing all of the chores that will result in our homes being warmer, safer, and more comfortable during the cold winter. One of those tasks is sewer drain cleaning. Sewer cleaning isn't very glamorous, but it is one of … [Read more...]

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Natick Plumbing Spotlight: The Best Shower Ever

August 6, 2011 By
Your Natick plumber can install the perfect shower

At the end of a long day, is there any better way to relax than to step into the shower? You can almost feel your stress melting away.  Tensions melt as water at the perfect temperature and pressure massages your scalp, the back of your neck, you spine --- everywhere that our bodies carry pressure and anxiety. How is your shower? Many homeowners think they can't have a great shower because they've got low water pressure.  Other people who have older homes may feel 'stuck' with an … [Read more...]

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Framingham: Make the Most out Of Every Plumbing Dollar

July 29, 2011 By

"Cut spending!"  The cry comes from Washington, where Congress and the President are fighting a pitched battle over the nation's debt ceiling. Time and time again we hear how the ordinary American needs to balance their own budgets.  For many homeowners, that means making the  most out of every dollar spent.  We need to make wise purchases and realize value for our dollar.  What does that mean where plumbing is concerned? Your Framingham plumber can be a great source of information when … [Read more...]

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