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Get a Handle on Learning How to Shut Off Your Main Water Valve in Reading MA and the North Shore
One of the best ways to prepare for a plumbing emergency and feel confident about controlling it until you can call a professional plumber is to learn where your home’s main water valve is and how to properly operate it. In the event of a…
Oil to Gas Conversion from Reading MA Heating Service
The cost for oil in Massachusetts is high, and cost-cutting energy saving processes can be beneficial to your wallet and the environment around you. An eco-friendly oil to gas conversion for your heating system is a specialty at Waldman Plumbing and Heating, and our Reading…
Is Radiant In-Floor Heat Right for Your Home?
If you’ve ever considered exploring the most energy efficient heating methods for your home, you may have discovered radiant in-floor heating as a great option. Heated floors aren’t just for hotels or the wealthiest homeowners. They can be easily installed in new or existing homes…
Is it a Good Idea to Switch from Oil to Natural Gas in 2023?
In the fall and winter, some older homes on the East Coast still rely on oil to heat their homes, despite the increasing rarity of oil furnaces. For our harsh New England winters, many recommend switching to gas heat. By doing so, you will not…
Why You Should Have a Licensed Plumber Install Your New Water Heater
It’s nice to have “a guy” to help with projects around the home. Maybe you’re even the DIY type. That’s great, but when it comes to plumbing, there are many reasons to hire a professional, licensed plumbing company. Working with a reputable team of experts…
The Purpose of a Sump Pump
A sump pump can be a life saver in winters, heavy rains, and times of crisis. Located in a basement or crawlspace, sump pumps work like large drains that move accumulated water from your house to the outside. A sump can make the difference between…
5 Advantages of Installing a Water Softening System With a Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heaters, like traditional tank-based water heaters, can sometimes benefit from water softeners. Adding a softener to your system can help your tankless water heater warm up water faster, last longer, even make your water feel cleaner. What Does a Water Softener Do? A…
How a Water Softener Can Benefit You and Your Plumbing System
The hardness of water refers to its calcium content, which when high enough can cause a lot of inconveniences and damage over time. A water softener can counteract this by increasing the pH of your water, which can benefit your health and your pipes. How…
Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Tankless Water Heater
When it comes to getting a new water heater, more people than ever before are looking to tankless models. There are multiple reasons why, including: Note that installing a tankless heater does not necessarily mean you’ll have instant water when you turn the tap. For…
Preventing Scale Buildup in a Water Heating Element
Scale buildup usually refers to the buildup of calcium deposits in your plumbing system from trace elements found in your water supply. Water heaters are especially prone to scale buildup, which can lead to rattling or humming sounds from your heater and a shortened lifespan…