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Changes are coming to the MassSave® program in 2026; Here’s what Massachusetts homeowners interested in updating their heating and/or cooling systems need to know. 

A Q&A with Jeff Griffin of J. Griffin Heating, Plumbing, & Cooling Choosing a boiler is a big decision for homeowners in Massachusetts and across New England, where heating systems work hard for months at a time. With so many boiler brands and system types on the market, we wanted to cut through the noise. So we sat down with Jeff Griffin, founder of J. Griffin Heating, Plumbing & Cooling, who has been installing and servicing boilers for more than 30 years. Jeff was an early

Tis’ the Season! It’s that special time of year when we hope to find ourselves settled in on the couch, sipping hot cocoa, maybe web-browsing for the perfect gift or watching our favorite holiday movies…It’s a picture perfect scene, until: A chill starts to creep in. The thermostat shows an eight degree drop. What’s going on? Image by Freepik Finding out that your heat isn’t working can be a frustrating and anxiety-provoking experience for homeowners. Luckily, you don’t have

We get this question a lot: “Do heat pumps really work in New England homes?” Image by FreePik The short answer? Yes, they do. In fact, there are cold-climate heat pumps designed specifically for regions like ours, capable of efficiently heating homes even during a Massachusetts winter. They even work well further north in Maine . Systems like the  Mitsubishi Hyper Heat   are engineered to deliver reliable comfort year-round. And with options like built-in heat strips for add

Whether your home has a freshly installed, high-efficiency furnace or an "old faithful" that just keeps chugging along another year, we all share similar anxieties surrounding the efficacy of our heating systems...Are there warning signs when a heater is not functioning properly/opti mally? What about troubleshooting or a backup plan? Hear directly from our experienced team of heating specialists about the proactive steps that homeowners can take t o prevent issues BEFORE bei

As a homeowner, understanding the systems that heat and cool your home throughout the year is critical. We may enjoy the comforts of a cozy living room in the winter, or the refreshing coolness of an AC breeze during the summer, but we might not be familiar with the technology that makes this possible.  When you have a basic comprehension of the heating and cooling system that your home employs, you can: Accurately communicate your service needs to your HVAC technicians  Make