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April 17, 2026
When it comes to hot water heaters, you have a big decision to make: tankless or traditional. Read here to learn about which one will be right for your home.
By Oliver Owens February 6, 2026
If your hot water has been acting weird, you are not alone. I talk to Stamford homeowners all the time who are dealing with lukewarm showers, rusty looking water, popping noises, or a tank that suddenly starts leaving puddles on the basement floor. The big question always comes next.
By Oliver Owens December 24, 2025
Picture this: the house is quiet, nothing’s “wrong,” and yet your water bill creeps up, a faint musty smell lives in one room, or a new hairline crack shows up in the ceiling below the upstairs bath. Hidden leaks don’t make a big scene—until they do. And by the time you see stains or sagging drywall, the fix is bigger than it needed to be.
By Oliver Owens October 27, 2025
If you live in a pre-war colonial in North Stamford, a 1920s Tudor in Westover, or a mid-century split in Springdale, you already know older homes have character you can’t buy at the store. Thick trim, real wood, quirky layouts—and behind those walls, a plumbing system that’s probably seen a few eras come and go. That history is part of the charm… and part of the maintenance.
By Oliver Owens October 13, 2025
You know that little plink… plink… plink at 2 a.m.? It’s easy to shrug off. Life is busy, the sink still “works,” and a slow drip doesn’t feel like an emergency. But here’s the truth most homeowners learn the hard way: a dripping faucet is one of the cheapest fixes in plumbing—and one of the most expensive problems to ignore.
By Oliver Owens September 29, 2025
You ever step into the shower on a cold morning, expecting that steamy warmth—and instead get hit with freezing water that feels like a slap in the face? Yeah, it’s a rough way to start the day. We’ve all been there, and let me tell you—it’s usually a sign that your water heater is trying to tell you something.
By Oliver Owens September 26, 2025
There’s something about that first cold snap in Stamford that hits different. One day it’s hoodie weather, and the next thing you know, your windshield’s iced over and you’re wondering if the pipes in the garage are going to make it through the night.
By Oliver Owens September 10, 2025
If you’ve lived in Stamford for more than one winter, you already know—we get cold. And not the "wear-an-extra-sweater" kind of cold. We're talking bitter, wind-slaps-you-in-the-face kind of cold. It sneaks up fast, and when it does, your plumbing better be ready.
By Oliver Owens September 5, 2025
There’s something comforting about having a go-to person for things around the house. The kind of professional you don’t hesitate to call when your faucet suddenly won’t stop dripping, or your water heater decides to quit on the coldest day of the year.
By Oliver Owens July 1, 2025
There’s nothing like walking into the kitchen for your morning coffee and getting hit with that smell. You know the one. Not quite garbage, not quite sewer—but definitely not what you want hanging in the air when you’re just trying to start your day.
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Pro-Tips: Keeping Your Disposal in Top Shape 

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  1. Use Cold Water: Always run cold water while the disposal is on. This helps keep any fats or greases in solid form so they can be ground up and flushed away. 
  2. Avoid "The Forbidden List": Never put coffee grounds, eggshells, pasta, potato peels, or fibrous vegetables (like celery) down the drain. These are the leading causes of clogs and jammed blades. 
  3. Clean with Citrus: To keep things smelling fresh, grind up a few small lemon or orange peels with plenty of cold water. 
  4. Cut Large Items: Feed the disposal one small piece at a time rather than stuffing it full. 

 

Why Choose MACA Plumbing & Heating? 

As a locally owned and operated business in Stamford, we understand that kitchen issues happen at the most inconvenient times. We pride ourselves on punctuality, transparent pricing, and clean work areas. When we leave your home, the only thing you'll notice is a perfectly functioning sink. 


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