Air Conditioning Inspection in Boston MA
April 16, 2012 | 
Author With the warmer spring weather on the way, many Bostonians begin dreaming of the summer and all of the fun things to do. Here at HUB Plumbing and Mechanical, we know that our customers should include having a proper air conditioning inspection in their plans for the summer. We realize that for some, it has probably been quite a long time since they have had their AC unit thoroughly checked. We work with commercial air conditioning as well as residential air conditioning, so it may be a good idea to have any business AC units inspected as well.
Many people procrastinate or think that it is not the right time of year for a tune up. Here at HUB Plumbing and Mechanical, we know that it is never too soon to get that much needed AC tune up. Having a clean AC unit helps keep the unit running efficiently and can prevent breakdowns. Also, an AC unit that runs at maximum efficiency can lower energy costs and can actually double the life span of the unit. Anyone with allergies will benefit greatly from a clean, efficient AC unit.
Anyone who has had a HUB Plumbing and Mechanical technician complete an inspection will understand why we are known to be the top air conditioning repair service in Boston. Our company is Better Business Bureau accredited, all of our technicians wear special booties over their work boots, and a red carpet is always put down to protect the customer’s flooring. This impresses even the toughest of clients.
We ensure that nothing is overlooked during an inspection. We check your thermostat, clean the filters and the condenser coil, inspect the refrigerator lines, check the blower belt, and clean the condensate drain. After one of our complete inspections, an AC unit is ready to handle any hot weather the summer has to offer.
HUB Plumbing and Mechanical is the company to choose for anyone looking for a Boston air conditioning service. We are easy to reach at 617-418-1005 and our customer service staff is always ready to be of assistance.
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Boston Plumber Offers Drain Cleaning Service
A slow-flowing or stopped drain may indicate a clog in the line. One-time or frequent drain clogs in your home indicate a problem for one of our professional plumbers to fix. Call us at HUB Plumbing & Mechanical to clear your drains and get things flowing again. We have been setting the industry standard for plumbing service in Boston since 1999.
Bottles of drain-clearing solutions sold at the stores may be tempting, but they only mask the problem by moving the clog further down the line, where it becomes more difficult to treat. These chemicals may also hurt the plumber you call out to fix the drain. Instead of resorting to caustic chemicals to clear your clogs, call us first to get the drain cleared correctly the first time. One of our plumbers will come out to your home and assess the situation. He will then determine the best method for clearing the drain, whether the problem originated in the fixture trap, sewer lines, or other portion of the line.
There are different means of clearing a drain line, depending on the location of the clog, its size, and the type of piping used in the drain line. Our plumbers have both snake drain cleaning and Hydro Jetting, which uses high pressure water jets, options available. Only an experienced plumber can determine which of these methods to use for a clog and how to most effectively implement the tool to clear the drain line.
When you need a drain cleaning service, don’t just call any Boston plumber, call the best at HUB Plumbing & Mechanical. We do not just operate at the industry standard, we set the standard to which other plumbing companies in the Boston-area aspire.
For drain cleaning, or any other service we provide, call us at HUB Plumbing & Mechanical at 617- 418-1005 to set an appointment today.
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Garbage Disposal Installation and Maintenance from Hub Plumbing & Mechanical
As one of the most important features in your sink, your garbage disposal requires essential maintenance to ensure it is always flowing freely. Without proper installation and maintenance, your disposal can quickly back up and cause you a major hassle. Even if you’re looking to upgrade your existing disposal to a newer model, or add one to make your life a little easier, the prompt, professional Boston MA plumbers at Hub Plumbing & Mechanical can accomplish this task for you.
Like many things in our residential plumbing systems, garbage disposals require critical maintenance services in order to operate at peak performance levels. It is a sad truth, however, that often garbage disposal maintenance takes a backseat to the large plumbing fixtures in our homes, such as toilets and showers. Without proper maintenance for your disposal, it can quickly malfunction, leaving you in the lurch, unsure of what steps to take next. Our trained and experienced plumbers can ensure your disposal is operating at the highest performance levels, allowing you and your family to rest easy when it comes to removing excess food waste. Our professional plumbers can also provide you with easy, at-home maintenance tips to ensure your garbage disposal is always functioning at the highest level possible.
For all your garbage disposal needs in Boston and the surrounding area, Hub Plumbing & Mechanical is here to help. For additional information regarding garbage disposal maintenance or to schedule a service, give us a call at 617-418-1005 or contact us online today.
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Pipe Break Repair from Hub Plumbing in Boston, MA
Of all the problems that can occur within your plumbing system, pipe breaks are some of the most severe. Pipe breaks can grow from small drips to larger leaks rapidly, which is why it is essential they be handled in a timely and efficient manner. They can often come without warning and at the most inopportune times. This is where the Boston MA plumbers with HUB Plumbing & Mechanical come in to provide your home with the best quality plumbing services today.
During the winter months here in Massachusetts, your pipes can freeze very easily. As any homeowner that has gone through this can attest, frozen pipes are something many of us never want to have to deal with. Frozen pipes can break extremely easily, which can pose you with a very large problem in your plumbing system. Pipe breaks can cause toxic mildew in your home, rust your cabinets or wood flooring, and destroy your prized possessions through excessive water damage. Our prompt plumbing professionals can make sure this common problem does not occur to you. And courteous, on-time service as well as 24-hour emergency repair available, you have nothing to lose.
For all your plumbing issues in Boston and the surrounding area, HUB Plumbing & Mechanical is here to help. For additional information regarding pipe breaks, give us a call at 617-418-1005 or contact us online today.
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Boston MA Furnace Repair
Regular maintenance of your heating system can keep your furnace running efficiently throughout the winter months and often save you from needing furnace repair. However, keeping your heating system perfect is not easy. Your Boston furnace repair experts at HUB Plumbing & Mechanical of Boston are available to help any time.
Most furnace repairs and upkeep is best left to an expert. However, there are some quick tips for making sure your furnace stays healthy. Simple cleaning of your furnace can often increase fuel efficiency and keep your furnace from overheating. Dirt and dust are major contributors to wasted energy and the overworking of your heating system. Cleaning the furnace filter should be the first step. Replace your furnace filter at the beginning of the heating season and then throughout every 4-6 weeks. Most furnaces in the southwest have removable disposable furnace filters and you should always follow the directions when changing them out.
If you have a gas furnace, checking the pilot light controls or the gas valves for leaks is important. The pilot light can go out in drafty houses as well as the opening becoming clogged. Pilot lights that won’t stay lit should be looked at by a professional as there may be a problem with the thermocouple. If you find and smell a gas leak, especially with propane powered units, open all windows and doors in the immediate area and get out of the house to call the gas company or the fire department to report a leak. Stay out of the house until the professionals say it is ok to come back inside.
Electrical furnace repair is often less expensive over the lifespan of the furnace, however, the operating cost can often be higher. Your Boston MA heating system professionals can help get your system running efficiently in no time. Cleaning and adjusting your electric furnace at the beginning of each heating season will prove beneficial. Careful examination of fuses, breakers, filter, and blower motor will give you an idea what furnace repairs you will need to have done on your system before entering the winter months.
HUB Plumbing & Mechanical of Boston are your Boston heating system maintenance experts. Give them a call today at 617-418-1005 or visit them online for more information.
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Winter Heating Tips from Your Boston MA Heating Repair Company
The winter months are upon us and your Boston MA heating installation and repair company, HUB Plumbing & Mechanical, want you to consider some heating tips from Energy Star to help save energy and money on heating your home or business.
Maintain heating equipment. Dirt and neglect are the number one causes of heating system failure, so be sure to maintain your equipment. Now is a good time to schedule a pre-season checkup of your heating equipment with a licensed contractor to make sure your system is operating at peak performance. Check your system’s air filter every month. When it is dirty, change it. At a minimum change it every 3 months.
Use a programmable thermostat. Regulate your home’s temperature while you’re away or asleep by using one of the convenient pre-programmed settings on a programmable thermostat. When used properly, programmable thermostats can save you up to $180 every year in energy costs.
Seal air leaks in your home. As much as 20 percent of the air moving through your home’s duct system is lost due to leaks and poor connections. Sealing air leaks with caulk, spray foam, or weather stripping will have a significant impact on improving your comfort and reducing energy bills. If you are adding insulation to your home, be sure to seal air leaks first, to ensure you get the best performance from your insulation. Seal duct work using mastic sealant or metal tape and insulate all the ducts that you can access (such as those in attics, crawlspaces, unfinished basements, and garages). Also, make sure that connections at vents and registers are well-sealed where they meet floors, walls, and ceilings. These are common locations to find leaks and disconnected ductwork.
Look for ENERGY STAR qualified products. Whether you are replacing light bulbs or appliances in your home, ENERGY STAR qualified products can help you save energy and reduce energy bills. The label can be found on more than 60 types of products ranging from heating and cooling equipment to compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). Also, look to EPA’s ENERGY STAR program for advice on other ways you can save at home such as using power strips as a central ‘turn-off’ point for electronics and office equipment, making sure computers and monitors are “powered down” when not in use and reversing the blade rotation on ceiling fans to help spread warm air around a room.
HUB Plumbing & Mechanical offers heating repair and heating maintenance in Boston MA and surrounding cities. Call 617.418.1005 today for all your heating needs or visit us online to schedule service.
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Boston MA Heating System Maintenance
Heating your home during the winter months can turn into a large investment. Heating costs account for 35-50% of annual energy bills, so it is important to every homeowner to keep the costs as low as possible. Keeping the costs of your furnace to a minimum is on the mind of every homeowner, and our Boston MA heating experts at HUB Plumbing & Mechanical can do just that. By providing proper maintenance and repair to your furnace and boiler, our heating technicians can keep your costs low and ensure your system is as energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly as possible.
By ensuring your system is up-to-grade, you are keeping your costs at a minimum and your performance at a high. Our trained technicians can replace an older model of furnace or boiler with a brand new system, one that boasts the latest technological advancements in the industry and can serve your home for years to come. If your system is older than 20 years, it may be time to consider a replacement. If your system boasts an old coal burner that was previously switched over to oil or gas, lacks electronic ignition, or does not have vent dampers or a draft fan, you also may want to consider a replacement. These models are severely out-of-date, meaning you are not attaining the energy-efficiency you could today, and spending unnecessary money on your monthly utility bills.
Our Boston heating experts at HUB Plumbing & Mechanical can evaluate your current system for cost-effectiveness and energy-efficiency, making our best recommendation as to whether to repair or replace your furnace. For additional information regarding furnace repair and maintenance, give us a call at 617-418-1005 or visit us online today.
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Boston MA Plumber Leak Detection Services
Leaks around sinks and faucets are common problems encountered both at home and in the workplace. It is often tough to handle complex plumbing leak issues caused by faulty water supply systems or gas pipelines. However, professional leak detection services from HUB Plumbing, your Boston MA plumber, specialize in identifying and repairing such problems. Leak detection service providers often use advanced technologies to detect the location and the cause of pipeline leaks with precision.
A home is probably your largest investment and a mysterious leak can create unnecessary stress and expense. Water leak damage can destroy ceilings, walls, floor coverings and furnishings. Microbial growth and building material deterioration is devastating. Finding the source of the leak and finding it quickly is of utmost importance.
Leak detection from your Boston MA leak detection professionals will find the source of the problem leak and provide a complete leak detection report. Having to repair damaged walls, ceilings, carpets, or other flooring due to leaks are never ideal and the leak report will give you a place to start. It is highly recommended that you consult the professional leak detection service from your local Boston plumber.
Leaks can occur at any time. To accommodate the immediate needs of their residential and commercial customers, expert leak detection service providers offer round-the-clock services. Emergency leak detection and same-day repair services are available on a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week basis. HUB Plumbing offers not only emergency plumbing but licensed plumbers are on call to deliver superior plumbing services to Boston and surrounding areas.
Your leak detection service professionals inspect the entire plumbing system to better inform customers about the state of their foundation and pipe system. Call HUB Plumbing, your local Boston MA plumber at 617-418-1005 to schedule leak detection services and to find out how we can help with all your plumbing repair needs.
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Clearing Clogged Drains in Boston, MA
There are many problems that can occur with your plumbing that put a stop to your everyday activities. A clogged kitchen sink or backed up bathtub is just one of these common occurrences. A slow-draining sink can prove a major inconvenience in your home, and is not a problem to be put off for another day. Rely on a professional plumbing company to get your drain back to flowing freely in no time, meaning you’ll never have to be without proper plumbing. Our Boston MA plumbers at Hub Plumbing can clear your clogged drains, ensuring peak performance for your plumbing system today.
While there are many things that can clog your plumbing system, there is only one company to count on when it comes to clearing them. Using the latest technological advancements in drain cleaning, we can get your drain back to working order in no time. Clogged drains can become worse over time, often due to material buildup that continues to collect, so it is essential that you alleviate these issues as soon as they start. Our plumbing experts rely on various methods of drain cleaning, and we can diagnose the root of your clogging concern and devise the best plan for clearing it.
Oftentimes, the cause of these clogs can be material buildup, be it excess food and grease in your kitchen sink or hair and soap scum buildup in your shower drain. However, sometimes the issue is much larger, like a tree root growing into you sewer system causing a massive backup. This can be an emergency plumbing situation, which is why we are fully outfitted to handle such a situation and offer 24 hour emergency service.
When it comes to dealing with drain clogs in your home, do not hesitate to trust a plumbing professional to take care of this inconvenience today. With any comments, questions, or to schedule a drain cleaning service today, give us a call or contact us online today.
Protect Your Plumbing with Preventative Maintenance
As one of the most important components in your home, an efficient plumbing system is essential. In order to ensure this efficiency, proper maintenance for your plumbing is an absolute must. After all, nothing is worse than a sudden breakdown or malfunction, leaving you with water damage to your home or without water entirely. For peace of mind, rely on our trained Boston MA plumbers at Hub Plumbing & Mechanical to provide your home with vital plumbing maintenance.
As any homeowner can attest, it is best to catch small problems before they become large ones. It is far easier to put a stop to something when it has just started, rather than when it has gone too far. With an inspection of your home and plumbing system, you can rest assured that a small leak will not grow larger, resulting in extensive and costly damage to your home.
For all your plumbing needs, it is important to count on a professional plumber to take care of them. Our professional plumbers can utilize their years of experience and knowledge of the intricacies of your system to effectively locate, diagnose, and alleviate your plumbing issue. With a professional inspection and plumbing maintenance program, however, we can catch problems before they persist, saving you the worry of a complete plumbing breakdown or having to replace your system entirely.
With any questions, comments, or to schedule an essential plumbing maintenance service today, give us a call at 617-418-1005 or visit us online today.
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