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Avatar for J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On a Friday night, our boiler shut down. We reset it and eventually, it started working on its own, but we called Jeff and left a message, because who knew whether it would stop working again. We didn't indicate that it was urgent--since we had heat at the time that we left the message--but Jeff called back shortly after we left the message anyway. He said that he'd be in our area and would take a look at the boiler the next afternoon (a Saturday). That turned out to be a good thing, since the problem recurred a couple of times overnight. And then, when it became apparent that the boiler was shutting down constantly and our problem needed to be fixed right away, he went to complete his other scheduled jobs, and then came back to our house and stayed until almost 8pm on a Saturday night to repair our boiler. The price was very reasonable too! On top of that, it's not as though we were regular customers. He never heard of us before, and yet he went waaay out of his way to accommodate us. On a scale of 1 to 10, we'd give him a 14. He's going to get all of our business from now on, and he should get yours too!"
Navien 95% combi boiler install
steam oil to natural gas conversion
Navien boiler
Navien Boiler
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+15

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,398
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed our boiler replaced and had multiple companies come and look at the job. We ended up selecting Sila as we read good reviews on the company. Sila surpassed our expectations. The tech who performed the install (Gage) was on time, communicated the entire process to us from start to finish and did a tremendous job. He also made sure to clean up afterwards and was very professional. We would absolutely hire Sila again!"
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Genove Oil & Air Co
4.7(
217
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great communication and reasonable pricing. Showed up and did the work when they said they would. Had them disconnect and drain an old oil boiler that I needed to remove."
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+2

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical
4.7(
166
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JT called and asked if he could come earlier than expected, which was perfect for me. He was extremely thorough reviewing our electrical system and the finished product of the work he did (installing a new 220v line for an outdoor hot tub) was clean and efficient. He was a joy to meet and speak to, incredibly nice guy. Price was reasonable for the work. I would 100% recommend JT and Cotti-Johnson again!"
Navien Install
Backflow
Outdoor Shower
Well Tank Replacement
Filtration Installation

+62

Response time10 hrs
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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NETR Inc
4.7(
78
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with installing AC. Jose did excellent job. Very neat, on time, and workmanship was excellent. Went over system operation after job was completed. Adam the electrician also did an excellent job. Would recommend N.E.T.R. Inc. for AC system."
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
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+9

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mouradian Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
44
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric and his team were very easy to work with. From the quote I worked with the Massave program to secure financing. Scheduling was easy. They removed my old oil fired steam boiler and gas fired water heater and installed a new gas fired steam boiler with indirect water heater system. Looking forward to working with Mouradian again for large plumbing projects."
Rinnai combination boiler
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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H L Bowman
4.7(
412
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very smoothly. There was one minor hiccup that wasn't discovered until after 9pm on the evening of the installation, but we called the 24-hour service line and within 20 minutes, there was a tech back at our house to fix the issue. I would contract H L Bowman to do work for us again in a heartbeat."
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1033 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Morris Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
81
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We worked with Andy, Matt and Alex to have a Mitsubishi split system installed in our home and they did an excellent job explaining the system and installing it. They worked with us in choosing the location and type of units we wanted with regard to function and aesthetics. Everyone was very pleasant and accommodating and the house was left in perfect condition each day when they left. We highly recommend this company!"
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+8

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Airco Home Comfort Services LLC
4.7(
33
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe, the AirCo sales representative, was very professional. He actually asked for my feedback on priorities for a new boiler. This was important to me because the boiler sits below our family room, and the noise level of the boiler was as issue. His proposals listed several boiler options, based on heating efficiency, which were competitively priced. The installation was run by Steve, who was able to fit in the installation the next week. Steve, and his crews, were punctual and courteous, and the installation went smoothly. It's only been a week, but I am very pleased with my Bosch boiler, the quality of the work, the price paid, and the timeliness of the installation."
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+4

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Install Boiler questions, answered by experts

No, boilers and water heaters are not interchangeable because they serve different primary functions. Boilers are used for central heating systems, providing hot water or steam to heat your home. In contrast, a water heater's purpose is to supply hot water for daily household use, such as for faucets and showers. A water heater alone cannot supply the warm water or steam needed for a central heating system.

While they are not interchangeable, it is common to have both a boiler and a water heater. In fact, a conventional boiler often works best when a water heater system is already in place. The two systems can be combined to provide both heating and hot water, either by pairing a boiler with an indirect water heater or by installing a premade combination boiler-water heater unit. For home heating, some homeowners may also opt for a furnace instead of a boiler.

Heat pumps are significantly more efficient than boilers, typically providing three to four times the amount of heat for the electricity they consume. While boilers run on fossil fuels, heat pumps use only electricity. This efficiency can lead to long-term savings on operating and maintenance costs. However, heat pumps have a higher upfront installation price compared to boilers. Despite their lower efficiency, boilers remain a popular choice for many homeowners, with 8 million in the United States alone, due to their lower initial cost and less intensive installation process. Ultimately, the best choice depends on your home's infrastructure, your budget, and your personal heating priorities.

Safety concerns with propane boilers include proper venting to prevent carbon monoxide buildup, secure gas line connections, and regular inspection of safety controls. Professional boiler installation and annual maintenance are essential to minimize risks. Having a carbon monoxide detector installed in your home is essential for early detection of any leaks or ventilation issues.

Generally, an oil furnace is considered safer than a gas furnace for several reasons. While both types of furnaces can produce carbon monoxide, a leak in an oil furnace is easier to detect due to the smell. Oil furnaces also don't connect to a gas pipeline, which reduces the chance of a fuel leak. Most importantly, heating oil is not combustible, whereas natural gas is highly flammable. This means there is a much lower risk of combustion or explosion with an oil furnace. However, an oil furnace can still pose a fire hazard if it tips over.

Depending on the size of your home and system, as well as any upgrades or add-ons you choose, it may take between three and five days to completely replace an existing HVAC system from start to finish. Your contractor should be able to give you an estimate before they begin the actual replacement.

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