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I highly recommend this company for excellent service and dedication to a job well done..","Paula","Saugus, Ma 01906, MA","2/2/2023",false,{"company":328,"companyId":327,"companyLogo":330,"rating":303,"text":431,"reviewer":432,"location":433,"date":434,"verified":429,"featured":11},"Papalia installed overhead lights and ceiling fans throughout the house.  They were very professional and courteous, on time and efficient.","Robert B.","Bedford, MA","11/6/2022",{"company":299,"companyId":298,"companyLogo":301,"rating":303,"text":436,"reviewer":437,"location":438,"date":439,"verified":429,"featured":11},"Unique replaced both of our hydronic heat/AC systems with heat pump systems over two consecutive years. These are extremely complicated systems becau…","Bob P.","Lexington, MA","7/18/2022",{"company":253,"companyId":252,"companyLogo":255,"rating":303,"text":441,"reviewer":442,"location":443,"date":444,"verified":429,"featured":11},"#10 means perfection and no one is perfect!  Therefore, my highest \"grade\" is 9!","Verified Homeowner","Lynn, MA","6/21/2022",{"company":342,"companyId":341,"companyLogo":344,"rating":303,"text":446,"reviewer":447,"location":448,"date":449,"verified":429,"featured":11},"The service and response time was great!  The first technician was good, but his helper sprayed our bathroom with water and ruined our paint job in t…","Bob L.","Chelmsford, MA","1/24/2022",{"company":313,"companyId":312,"companyLogo":315,"rating":303,"text":451,"reviewer":452,"location":453,"date":454,"verified":429,"featured":11},"Have used the company several times over several years. The technicians have been very professional and a pleasure to work with. I will call upon the…","Barbara B.","Winchester, MA","9/10/2021",{"company":94,"companyId":93,"companyLogo":96,"rating":303,"text":456,"reviewer":442,"location":457,"date":458,"verified":429,"featured":11},"They are generally great for responding to emergencies. However, I think that because they are emergency focused they are not great in scheduling. I …","Brookline, MA","7/5/2021",{"company":18,"companyId":17,"companyLogo":20,"rating":303,"text":460,"reviewer":461,"location":462,"date":463,"verified":429,"featured":11},"First, I'd like to say \"Thanks, Guys!\" to Joe, Kevin and Josh who made me a very satisfied customer of Heritage.  That's an incredible accomplishment…","Steven P.","Wilmington, MA","6/8/2021",{"company":364,"companyId":363,"companyLogo":366,"rating":303,"text":465,"reviewer":466,"location":467,"date":468,"verified":429,"featured":11},"I have a contract for  annual maintenance and repairs for my Navien heat and hot water system and Green Energy Mechanical has done a wonderful job an…","Irene R.","Newton Lower Falls, MA","2/11/2021",[470,473,476,479],{"question":471,"answer":472},"How can I tell if it’s time to contact a HVAC company in Massachusetts?","\u003Cp>If your heating system seems to be running constantly without reaching the set temperature on the thermostat, it is often a sign that your furnace or boiler is struggling with the state's extreme heating demand, which often exceeds 6,000 heating degree days. In older homes—particularly the triple-deckers and colonials common around Boston and Worcester—aging steam or hot water systems often develop sections that fail to heat evenly, leaving some rooms frigid during a nor'easter. Another red flag is a sudden spike in your monthly utility bill; with local electricity and gas rates among the highest in the country, even a minor drop in efficiency from a cracked heat exchanger or a failing blower motor can cause costs to skyrocket. If you hear unusual banging or metallic sounds coming from your radiators or basement trunk lines, these are symptoms of mechanical strain that require a professional local HVAC company to diagnose before a total system failure occurs during a mid-winter cold snap.\u003C/p>",{"question":474,"answer":475},"Is there anything I can check before calling a HVAC professional in Massachusetts?","\u003Cp>Before you schedule a service call, there are a few area-specific checks you can perform yourself. First, step outside after a heavy snowfall to ensure your furnace's intake and exhaust vents are not buried under lake-effect snow or drifts; blocked vents are a common cause of system shutdowns and carbon monoxide risks in our climate. Next, if you live in one of the many homes that still rely on oil-fired heat, verify that your tank has adequate fuel and that the filter isn't clogged, as delivery delays during peak winter demand can lead to unexpected outages. You should also inspect your radiator valves—if you have a boiler system, air trapped in the lines can prevent heat from reaching specific rooms. However, if these basic checks don't resolve the issue, or if you suspect a problem with the gas ignition, electrical wiring, or refrigerant levels, you must stop and call a professional local HVAC contractor. Handling these components requires specialized licensing and tools to ensure your home remains safe during intense New England winters.\u003C/p>",{"question":477,"answer":478},"What types of HVAC services are commonly offered in Massachusetts?","\u003Cp>With over half of the local housing stock built before 1970, boiler and radiator maintenance is one of the most essential services in the region. Technicians frequently perform specialized repairs on aging steam and hot water systems to prevent leaks and ensure consistent heat across multi-story colonials and triple-deckers. Oil-to-heat-pump conversions have also surged in popularity, driven by aggressive Mass Save incentives that help homeowners move away from expensive heating oil toward efficient, all-electric cooling and heating. This transition is highly effective here because modern cold-climate heat pumps can handle our significant winter load while providing much-needed air conditioning during humid July heat waves. Additionally, ductwork sealing and attic insulation audits are common, as many mid-century suburban homes have minimal insulation that allows heat to escape through the roof, contributing to ice dam formation and high energy bills. Working with a certified HVAC company ensures these complex retrofits are sized correctly for our 135+ annual freeze days.\u003C/p>",{"question":480,"answer":481},"How do I find the best HVAC company in Massachusetts?","\u003Cp>To find the best HVAC companies in the area, start by verifying that any company you consider holds a valid Massachusetts state trade license and carries both general liability and workers' compensation insurance. A true local expert will be deeply familiar with Mass Save program requirements, ensuring you maximize available rebates for high-efficiency upgrades or insulation improvements. They should also employ technicians with NATE and EPA 608 certifications, which are necessary for safe and efficient system performance. To save time on your search, you can use Best Pick Reports as a resource. They use a rigorous 6-step vetting process to identify a licensed HVAC company that has earned a 4.0+ Google rating or at least an 80% satisfaction rate through independent surveys. Because these certifications cannot be purchased and are updated annually, they provide a reliable way to find a trusted HVAC expert. Furthermore, using a company from this list provides you with a $2,500 guarantee on labor, giving you peace of mind that your investment is protected against the harsh New England elements.\u003C/p>",[483],{"title":484,"description":485,"image":486,"link":487},"How to Winterize a House: Your Home Winterization Checklist","Get your home ready for winter with our comprehensive winterization checklist to ensure warmth and protection against the cold.","https://bprblogassets.s3.amazonaws.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/15082644/home_winterization_1.jpg","/blog/post/your-home-winterization-checklist/",[489,493,497,501,505,509,512,516,519,522],{"location":490,"date":491,"message":492},"Auburndale","2025-11-10","Hi! I had another company come out and diagnose my problem and gave me a quote for replacing 2 “Taco #007 circulator pumps”. I was hoping you could provide me an estimate as well. Thank you!",{"location":494,"date":495,"message":496},"Boston","2025-10-11","Furnace is not working. Can someone check on Monday ?",{"location":498,"date":499,"message":500},"Quincy","2025-09-09","Id like to schedule a service call for my boiler, regular preventive maintenance.  I believe it may also need to be purged, I hear water circulating in the radiator.",{"location":502,"date":503,"message":504},"Natick","2025-09-03","Service contract on a gas furnace. We have forced hot water 3zones",{"location":506,"date":507,"message":508},"Chestnut Hill","2025-08-30","A couple of things:\r\n-our exhaust fan above stove currently vents upward. We would like it to vent out of the house. Of note, we recently moved and are not sure what is setup, but from outside seems like may already be a duct installed\r\n-we would like to install a heat and cooling pump for our sunroom",{"location":324,"date":510,"message":511},"2025-06-20","Check central air not cooling as efficiently",{"location":513,"date":514,"message":515},"Hudson","2025-06-14","Interested in getting air conditioning installed. Looking for quotes for mini-splits and central HVAC.",{"location":494,"date":517,"message":518},"2025-05-15","New owner would like hvac maintenance quote",{"location":494,"date":520,"message":521},"2025-04-20","Would like to install mini spilts. I own the top two floors so central is not an option.",{"location":523,"date":524,"message":525},"Lexington","2025-03-26","Inspection of AC system"]