5:30 AM – Rise and Shine
The day starts early when you’re in the heating service business. After a quick breakfast and checking the forecast, I load up the service van with essential parts and tools. Today’s schedule shows multiple furnace inspections across Weymouth and Braintree.
7:00 AM – First Call
Our first stop is in Weymouth, where a family’s heating system needs maintenance. Winter in Massachusetts doesn’t mess around, and preventative care is crucial. I perform a thorough inspection, checking:
- Heat exchanger integrity
- Thermostat calibration
- Filter replacement
- Electrical connections
- Safety controls
10:30 AM – Emergency Call
The office radios in about an urgent heating system failure in Randolph. When temperatures drop below freezing, these calls take priority. After diagnosing the issue, it’s clear the blower motor needs replacement. Thankfully, we keep common parts stocked in our vehicles.
2:00 PM – Consultation
A Milton resident needs advice on furnace replacement options. Their unit is over 20 years old, and efficiency has declined significantly. We discuss modern, energy-efficient alternatives that could save them money in the long run.
4:30 PM – Wrapping Up
The day concludes with paperwork and preparing for tomorrow’s scheduled maintenance visits in Hingham and Norwood. Working at Blue Hills Mechanical means every day brings new challenges, but there’s nothing more satisfying than ensuring our neighbors stay warm and comfortable during harsh New England winters.
Remember to schedule your regular maintenance – it’s always better to prevent problems than fix them in an emergency!