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You wake up to a cold house on the coldest morning of the year. Your boiler isn’t responding, and you’re staring down another expensive emergency repair bill. We get it.
When your heating system works properly, you don’t think about it. You walk into a warm house, your energy bills stay predictable, and you sleep soundly knowing your family is comfortable. That’s exactly what happens when you choose professional boiler repair that actually fixes the problem instead of just patching it.
Our Arlington customers tell us the same thing: they wish they’d called us sooner. Not because we’re miracle workers, but because we show up when we say we will, we fix what’s actually broken, and we explain everything in plain English so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
Emma Plumbing And Drain Services has been serving Arlington homeowners and businesses since 2007. We started in new construction, but we’ve shifted our focus to what Arlington really needs: reliable service and repair work that actually lasts.
Here’s what that means for you: we know Arlington’s older heating systems, we understand how brutal the winters can be on your equipment, and we stock parts for the boiler brands most common in this area. When you call us, you’re getting technicians who’ve seen your exact problem before and know how to fix it right.
We’re not the biggest company in town, and we’re not trying to be. We’re the company that answers the phone, shows up on time, and treats your home like our own.
First, you call us and we actually answer the phone. We ask a few quick questions about what’s happening with your boiler and schedule a time that works for you. If it’s an emergency, we’re there the same day.
When our technician arrives, we’ll diagnose the problem and explain exactly what’s wrong in terms you can understand. Before we do any work, we’ll give you an upfront price for the repair. No hidden fees, no surprises when the bill comes.
Once you approve the work, we fix the problem using quality parts and proper techniques. We test everything to make sure it’s working correctly, clean up after ourselves, and explain what we did. You get a 1-year warranty on our labor because we stand behind our work.
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Every boiler repair includes a complete system inspection to catch other potential problems before they leave you without heat. We check your venting, test your safety controls, and make sure your system is running as efficiently as possible.
Arlington’s older homes often have boiler systems that haven’t been properly maintained in years. We see the same issues over and over: clogged heat exchangers, worn circulation pumps, and corroded pipes that are just waiting to fail. That’s why we don’t just fix the immediate problem – we look at the whole system.
You also get our 24/7 emergency service guarantee. If your boiler breaks down at 2 AM on a Sunday in January, you can call us and actually reach someone who can help. We keep emergency repair trucks stocked and ready because we know heating emergencies don’t wait for business hours.
We provide same-day emergency boiler repair service in Arlington, typically within 2-4 hours of your call during business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we maintain on-call technicians who can respond within 4-6 hours, even on weekends and holidays.
Our emergency service trucks are stocked with the most common boiler parts and repair components for Arlington’s typical heating systems. This means we can often complete repairs on the first visit instead of having to come back with parts. We understand that when your boiler fails during Arlington’s cold winters, every hour without heat matters.
In Arlington’s older homes, we frequently see three main boiler issues: circulation pump failures, heat exchanger scaling, and expansion tank problems. The circulation pump moves hot water through your radiators, and when it fails, you’ll have heat in some rooms but not others.
Heat exchanger scaling happens when minerals in Arlington’s water supply build up inside your boiler, reducing efficiency and eventually causing the unit to overheat. Expansion tanks absorb pressure changes as your boiler heats and cools, and when they fail, you’ll hear banging noises and see pressure relief valve leaks. All of these problems are repairable if caught early, but they can cause expensive damage if ignored.
Most boiler repairs in Arlington range from $300 to $800, depending on the specific problem and parts needed. Simple issues like thermostat replacement or bleeding air from the system typically cost $200-400, while more complex repairs like circulation pump replacement or heat exchanger cleaning can run $500-800.
We always provide upfront pricing before starting any work, so you’ll know the exact cost before we touch your boiler. Our pricing includes labor, parts, and our 1-year warranty on the repair work. We don’t charge extra for emergency service calls because we believe you shouldn’t be penalized for having a heating emergency during Arlington’s cold winters.
If your boiler is over 15 years old and needs repairs costing more than $1,000, replacement usually makes more financial sense. Newer boilers are significantly more energy-efficient, which can cut your heating bills by 20-30% compared to older units.
However, if your boiler is less than 10 years old and the repair cost is under $500, fixing it is typically the better choice. We’ll always give you honest advice about whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your specific situation. We’re not trying to sell you a new boiler if your current one has years of reliable service left.
Yes, we provide a 1-year warranty on all boiler repair labor and a manufacturer’s warranty on any parts we install. This means if the same problem happens again within a year due to our workmanship, we’ll fix it at no charge to you.
We also offer a 7-day warranty on drain cleaning services and provide free main sewer line camera inspections for new customers. Our warranties are backed by our 17+ years of experience serving Arlington homeowners and businesses. We stand behind our work because we want you to call us again when you need plumbing or heating services.
First, check your thermostat settings and make sure your boiler’s power switch is on. Look at your boiler’s pressure gauge – it should read between 12-15 PSI when cold. If the pressure is too low, you may be able to add water using the fill valve, but call us first for guidance.
Never attempt to repair a boiler yourself, especially if you smell gas or see water leaking. Turn off the gas supply and call us immediately for emergency service. We’re available 24/7 for heating emergencies because we know that boiler failures can be both uncomfortable and potentially dangerous if not handled properly by trained professionals.
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