Providing Boiler Repair and Replacement Services in Medfield Since 1988

Providing Boiler Repair and Replacement Services in Medfield Since 1988

With a functioning boiler, it’s easy staying warm in Massachusetts’s winter months. But when your boiler acts up, a few blankets and a pair of slippers might not be enough to ward off the cold. With over 36 years of experience maintaining hydronic heating systems, Setterlund Plumbing & Heating has established itself as a trusted HVAC company in the Medfield area. In that time, we’ve developed a true understanding of boiler systems and how to properly maintain, replace, and repair them.

How Do Boilers Work?

It can help to think of boilers as a unique type of water heater. While conventional heating systems disperse heat using air, boilers use hot water and pipes. While this heated liquid flows through your home, it distributes heat through your radiators and other linked devices. Now cooled, the water returns to the boiler’s tank to be reheated and start the cycle over. You may also hear this subset of HVAC systems referred to as water-based or hydronic. In most homes, natural gas is used to power the boiler’s heating elements. A simple step-by-step list of boiler operations is below:

1. The home’s thermostat tells your boiler it's time to turn on
2. Your boiler's heating element heats water in its tank
3. After the water reaches a specified temperature or turns into steam, the next stage begins
4. The boiler pushes the steam or water through your radiators or baseboard radiant elements
5. The water returns to the boiler to be reheated
6. The thermostat detects when your home reaches the desired temperature and shuts off the boiler

What to Look for in a Boiler Contractor

Your hydronic heating system represents a substantial investment and is a key part of comfortable living. Hiring a reputable HVAC expert to repair, install, or maintain it is the best thing you can do to protect your money and your home. But there are a lot of boiler experts in Westwood and the surrounding areas. Which one do you choose? How can you tell which is worth the investment? Here are five things you should look for in a boiler contractor:

1. Current Insurance and Licensing: Massachusetts has its own requirements for HVAC contractors, and you need to hire someone who meets them. The easiest sign someone is authorized to work on your boiler in Medfield is a current license number. Check their website to see if it's provided. If not, call and ask for the number. If they can’t provide it, go elsewhere.
2. Comprehensive Insurance: What happens if your contractor injures himself or herself while in your home? If they damage your property by puncturing your boiler's tank or causing a leak, what steps will they take to correct it? Verify they carry insurance and also have bonded technicians.
3. Glowing Reviews: Check out their online review profiles. What do former customers say about them? Has anyone you know in Medfield worked with them before? If so, ask if they'd recommend them. Also, look to see how they respond to any negative reviews, since occasional issues or misunderstandings happen with even the best contractors. If not handled professionally, you'd likely be better off going elsewhere.
4. Experience and Expertise: When it comes to boiler service in Medfield, expertise and experience should be at the top of your list of wants and needs. Ask how many years of experience they require their HVAC technicians to have. Make sure that the company has a proven history of providing customers with expert boiler repair and installation.
5. Warranties and Guarantees: Sometimes things go wrong with new hydronic systems. Or a repair doesn’t hold. In these circumstances, you want to ensure you have a company who's got your back. When analyzing your choices, inquire about the guarantees and warranties they hold. At minimum, your satisfaction should be acknowledged.
6. Special Offers and Rebates: Different companies offer different deals. Visit their website and take a look at their special offers page. Also, ask if they help submit you for any rebates in Massachusetts for efficiency when you install a new boiler. Rest easy in knowing that at Setterlund Plumbing & Heating, we are always happy to help.

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Call Setterlund Plumbing & Heating for Professional Boiler Service in Westwood and Medfield

Setterlund Plumbing & Heating sets ourselves apart from other HVAC companies in Norfolk County. When it comes to providing boiler service, we’re dedicated to providing top-notch service and putting your needs above all else. We’re so confident you’ll want to use us again, that we back everything we do with a satisfaction guarantee. So, if there is ever a problem with how we handled your boiler installation or repair, just reach out to us at (508) 541-7861. We’ll make things right.

The next time you're in need of hydronic system service, you need a team you can trust. Fortunately, if you call Medfield home, we're just a phone call away. Setterlund Plumbing & Heating aims to provide an excellent experience at every job. Reach out to us today at (508) 541-7861 to schedule service.

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