Boston Standard Plumbing Is A Trane Comfort Specialist
December 9th, 2011 · DIY Air Conditioning · DIY Heating · DIY Plumbing
Being in heating and cooling in Boston, we know that consumers have a lot of choices when it comes to heating and cooling their homes. We’ve worked hard to build a great reputation for service and satisfaction, so when clients ask us for recommendations for heating and cooling (and plumbing) products, we’re careful about the [...]
In the last several posts, I’ve focused on home heating and the pros and cons of using heating oil versus natural gas. For some Bostonians, simply getting through the winter with any heat at all is their primary concern. A program that helps low-income households in Boston and other places around the country may lose [...]
Boston has been urbanized for a very long time, and along with urbanization comes a growing problem: storm water flooding. In Boston, the Back Bay area was also filled in for development in the late 1800′s. More than 100 years later, the shrinking water table in Boston has created some issues with the stability of [...]
How To Drain Your Water Heater
August 12th, 2011 · DIY Blog · DIY Plumbing · Tips and Tricks · Water Heaters
Water heaters can give you years of trouble-free service, but a little water heater maintenance can help extend the life of your tank beyond its minimum rated service period. Many water tanks suffer from lack of maintenance, which can deteriorate the tank and cause it to fail prematurely. To help keep your hot water tank [...]
Macerating Toilet May Be Ideal Boston Plumbing Solution
February 24th, 2011 · DIY Blog · DIY Plumbing · Tips and Tricks · Toilets
If you want to add a new toilet, but shrink at the thought of adding plumbing, Boston homeowners rejoice! A macerating toilet may be just what you’ve been looking for. Before you break any concrete or open up a floor, consider this elegant solution that will allow you to add a toilet in any room [...]
Boston Standard Plumbing & Heating is relatively new, but we are dedicated to providing the best residential plumbing and heating services in Boston, and we’ve recently received some great news! We have received a 2010 Angie’s List Super Service Award. The award is given annually to companies that have maintained a consistently high service rating [...]
Boston Standard Plumbing Techs Are NATE Certified!
June 8th, 2010 · DIY Air Conditioning · DIY Blog · DIY Heating · DIY Plumbing
Last month, two of our technicians received the core North American Technical Excellence (NATE) certification and we have plans to certify all of our technicians within the year. Joe Wood, owner of Boston Standard Plumbing & Heating and Peter Balestra, who were NATE certified in May, will now pursue NATE HVAC certification. We’re also excited [...]
Hot Water Heater Maintenance Can Make Your Tank Last Longer
February 22nd, 2010 · DIY Blog · DIY Plumbing · Water Heaters
If you’ve grown accustomed to replacing your hot water heater every 10 years, chances are good that you’re not doing much maintenance on your tank. A hot water heater that’s properly maintained can last for decades, but those that go without maintenance can break down and become inefficient within a few years of installation. If [...]
Last week we covered the first part of winterizing your Boston pipes. We’ll finish up the job today. Sometimes, gravity alone won’t completely drain the plumbing. In this case, you’ll want to use compressed air to “blow” the remaining water out of the pipes. For appliances that are connected to the plumbing via hoses, you’ll [...]
If you plan to vacate your home during the winter for any length of time, you should consider winterizing the plumbing system. If you plan to turn the heat off, this is a must-do! Winterizing the plumbing in your Boston home will protect the plumbing from significant damage that can occur in an unheated structure. [...]