Boris Mechanical
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Gas lines are built to last. It’s very reasonable to expect 20 to 30 years of performance from your gas lines. However, especially in Brooklyn where there are a lot of older homes, you may have a situation where you don’t know how old the gas lines are. Gas lines are like anything else: they …
When your toilet is sweating, it does not mean your toilet has been working out too hard. Instead, the formation of water on the outside of the toilet happens due to high humidity and a significant difference between the air temperature and the temperature of the toilet. Poorly Ventilated Bathrooms Contribute to Sweaty Toilets As …
We’re plumbers in New York City, and that means we get a lot of calls about noisy pipes. Sometimes pipes bang, clang, and clatter. As a homeowner, you’re understandably concerned. Pipes shouldn’t be making noises. So what is going on? Culprit #1: Air in the Pipes While air is great – absolutely essential for life …
Every appliance has an expected useful life. This measure determines how long you can expect this appliance to safely work for you. For example, the expected useful life of a refrigerator is 12 years. A well-cared for refrigerator may last longer – up to 20 years – and a refrigerator that is subject to a …
“The water in our shower unit takes forever to drain,” Maggie said. “Like I get done, dry off, get dressed and ready to go – and the water is still two inches deep in the bottom of the shower! My husband says it’s probably just some hair in the drain and I shouldn’t worry about …
For institutions, drains present a problem. Colleges and universities may have hundreds of toilets on campus. Churches and schools often have kitchens where food waste and grease need to be disposed of. Keeping everything running smoothly can be a challenge. We provide institutional plumbing services in NYC. Over the decades that we’ve been doing this …
If this summer feels particularly hot to you, you’re right! Seasonal temperatures in NYC have been trending steadily upwards for years. The impact is more more pronounced in the winter than in the summer. The increased temperatures have been putting strain and stress on commercial and residential HVAC systems. Here are some signs that your …
Many homeowners choose to renovate their kitchens on their own. DIY definitely saves time and money – but there are times it’s necessary to call in the professionals. For example: appliance installation. The appliances you encounter in the typical NYC kitchen include a refrigerator, the dishwasher, the garbage disposal, and the stove. The stove may …
If you own a business in New York City, you’re likely aware that you’re required to have a fire suppression system. Sprinkler systems are there to protect your business & any other occupants of the building from a fire. They are essential safety equipment. But sometimes they fail. Why do sprinkler systems fail? As New …