Was your heating system or boiler running a little rough last winter? Did you cross your fingers and hope it would last until spring? Here in Waltham, Newton, Belmont, and Watertown, summer is just around the corner, and the cold weather is already a distant memory. But now is exactly when you should start planning […]
Getting Ready for Spring
Before long, it’ll be time to think about green lawns and colorful flower gardens. As the days grow longer and warmer weather approaches the greater Waltham, Newton, Belmont, and Watertown areas, here are two things to do now. Call your irrigation company. Do you have a sprinkler system for your lawn and flower beds? Now’s […]
3 things to do to prepare for the rainy season
March is here, and that means rain – followed, of course, by what we New Englanders affectionately call “Mud Season.” If you live in a place where the water table is naturally high, here are three quick ways to prevent a basement flood that could cost you thousands of dollars to fix. Inspect your sump […]
Prevent Plumbing Problems While You’re Away This Winter
New Englanders know that February can be a bleak month – that’s why so many of us like to escape to warmer places this time of year. If you live in the greater Waltham, Newton, Belmont, and Watertown areas, maybe you’re already looking forward to that tropical vacation. But before you pack your bags and […]
4 Ways To Avoid Frozen Pipes This Winter
Frozen pipes can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare – they can easily cause thousands of dollars’ worth of damage. When the forecast calls for chilly and windy weather, take these precautions and reduce the likelihood of a disaster in your home. Shut off all outside faucets. Disconnect all garden hoses from outside faucets and store […]
The Year in Review – And a Look Ahead
As 2021 draws to a close, we at S.D.H. Plumbing & Heating would like to say a heartfelt “thank you.” Customers just like you are the reason we’re in business. We love what we do. Whether you’ve been a loyal client for a long time, or you were one of the hundreds of new customers […]