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We Have You Covered North, South, East and West
Posted on May 23, 2017
The MacFarlane family of companies provides superior service across much of eastern Massachusetts through the three companies we own and operate: MacFarlane Energy, based in Dedham; North Shore Fuel, based in Revere; and South Shore Heating and Cooling, based in Cape Cod. If you own a second home in one of our service areas, please consider a MacFarlane company for all your comfort needs. Our exacting standards of service are the same across the three companies, so you know you’ll be getting the very best care and service....
Service Team Installs Heating System for Veteran
Posted on May 23, 2017
Our service team recently had the privilege of helping out a local Korean War veteran by installing a new oil-fired boiler in his home at no cost to him. The gentleman had been living without heat in his home for two years after a plumber skipped off with the money he’d paid to have his old boiler replaced. Our team donated the time for the project under the Oil Heat Cares program, which helps people in need by providing new heating equipment. Several manufacturers donated equipment for the veteran, including a new boiler from Burnham, a new burner from R.W. Beckett, a new water heater from Emerson Swan, and a new oil tank from Roth....
Protect Against a Water Damage Calamity
Posted on May 23, 2017
Leaking water from a broken appliance or fixture can cause horrific damage to your home. We can help you take sensible steps to avoid water damage with a water sensing and shutoff system controlled and monitored remotely by the South Shore Connected Home smartphone app. We will install water sensors throughout your home that can detect water quickly and activate shutoff devices to stop water flow into an appliance or zone. You’ll also receive alerts on your phone that let you know what is happening. To protect against catastrophic water damage, please give us a call today at 508-398-6901 or contact us. You can visit our website to learn about South Shore Connected Home services, which include temperature control, light monitoring, door lock monitoring and more via your smartphone or tablet....