6:00 AM – Rise and Shine

As a service technician at East Coast Mechanical, my day starts early. After checking my morning weather report, I see we’re expecting temperatures to drop below freezing – which means we’ll likely have some emergency calls today.

7:00 AM – First Call

Our dispatcher sends me to Wallingford, CT, for an urgent furnace repair. An elderly couple’s heating system stopped working overnight. After a thorough inspection, I identify a failed ignitor – a common issue during peak heating season.

9:30 AM – Scheduled Installation

I head to Meriden for a planned furnace replacement. The homeowners decided to upgrade their 20-year-old system with a high-efficiency model. These installations typically take several hours, requiring:

• Removal of old equipment
• Installation of new furnace
• Ductwork modifications
• System testing and calibration

2:00 PM – Maintenance Visits

The afternoon involves routine heating service calls in Southington. Regular maintenance helps prevent emergency breakdowns, and I always remind customers about the importance of:

• Regular filter changes
• Annual inspections
• Carbon monoxide detector checks

4:30 PM – Emergency Call

Just before heading back, we get an urgent call from Hamden. A commercial building’s heating system needs immediate attention. These late-day emergencies are common, but ensuring businesses stay warm is crucial to what we do at East Coast Mechanical.

6:00 PM – Wrapping Up

After completing paperwork and restocking my truck for tomorrow, I reflect on another busy day serving our Connecticut communities. Every day brings new challenges, but helping people stay warm during cold New England winters makes it all worthwhile.