Irish Heat

10/01/2026

A HUGE shoutout to everyone who voted for us! This is our second year in a row and we couldn’t have done it without all of you!!!

09/25/2026

Celebrating my 2nd year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 September 11 — We Remember

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the families and loved ones whose lives were forever changed.

We remember the parents, children, spouses, friends, coworkers, and neighbors who never made it home.

We honor the firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and countless everyday heroes who ran toward danger to help others.

And we remember the compassion, courage, and togetherness that brought people closer in the days that followed.

25 years later, we remember. We honor. We will never forget.

To the families and loved ones who continue to carry these memories, we hold you in our thoughts today and always. ❤️🇺🇸

Never Forget.

— Irish Heat

08/29/2026

🔥 THINKING ABOUT SWITCHING TO A HIGH-EFFICIENCY HEATING SYSTEM? HERE’S WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW.

If your heating system is older, you may be spending more money every winter just to get the same amount of heat.

A high-efficiency heating system is designed to get more usable heat from the fuel or energy it consumes — meaning less energy can be wasted up the chimney or through inefficient operation.

🏠 Why make the switch?

💰 Lower energy use
High-efficiency equipment can use less fuel to produce the heat your home needs.

🔥 More consistent comfort
Modern systems can provide better temperature control and more efficient operation.

🌱 Less wasted energy
Getting more heat from the same amount of fuel means less energy is wasted.

🔧 Modern technology & controls
Many newer systems offer improved controls, variable-speed operation, outdoor reset, and other technology designed to match heating output to your home’s needs.

⏳ It may be time to upgrade if…
• Your boiler or furnace is getting older
• Your heating bills keep climbing
• You’re constantly calling for repairs
• Some rooms are too hot while others stay cold
• Your system runs constantly but struggles to keep up
• Replacement parts are becoming difficult or expensive to find

⚠️ One important thing:
The highest-efficiency equipment isn’t automatically the best choice for every home. Proper sizing, system design, installation, and maintenance matter just as much as the efficiency rating.

At Irish Heat, we work with homeowners to determine what makes sense for their home and heating system — whether that means improving your existing system or upgrading to something more efficient.

🔥 Don’t just replace your heating system. Upgrade it intelligently.

📞 Contact Irish Heat to discuss your options and find out what could work best for your home.
Call or text us! (401) 301-2545

Proudly serving all of Rhode Island
RI MPF 8912
RI MPL 7654

08/28/2026

🚰 PLUMBING TIP: Don’t Ignore a Slow Drain!

A slow drain might seem like a small annoyance, but it can be your plumbing system’s way of saying “something’s wrong.” 👀

A slow sink, tub, or shower drain can be caused by:
🔹 Hair and soap buildup
🔹 Grease and food debris
🔹 Mineral buildup
🔹 A developing clog deeper in the line

🚫 One thing we DON’T recommend: constantly reaching for chemical drain cleaners. They can damage plumbing components and create a bigger problem if the clog doesn’t clear.

✅ If a drain keeps slowing down, it’s better to find out why before you end up with a completely blocked pipe or water backing up into your home.

Have a plumbing question? Ask Irish Heat’s master plumber! ☘️🔧

Call or text today! (401) 301-2545


RI MPF #8912
RI MP #7654
Fully licensed and insured.

08/27/2026

🏠 KNOW YOUR HOME — THURSDAY EDITION

Do you know where your home’s main water shutoff is?

If you ever have a major plumbing leak, knowing where that valve is can help you shut off the water quickly.

Take 2 minutes today and find yours.

You’ll be glad you did if you ever need it.

08/27/2026

♨️ THURSDAY’S HEATING TIP

Is your radiator making banging or knocking noises?

If you have a steam heating system, some noise can be normal—but loud banging, knocking, or water hammer shouldn’t simply be ignored.

Possible causes can include:

🔧 Improper piping pitch
🔧 Water where steam shouldn’t be
🔧 A radiator valve that isn’t fully open
🔧 Venting problems
🔧 Issues elsewhere in the steam system

The important part? Don’t just turn up the thermostat and hope for the best.

Steam systems work as a whole, and finding the cause of the noise is more important than simply replacing a part.

♨️ Irish Heat specializes in steam heating.

Have a steam radiator that’s banging? Tell us about it in the comments! 👇

08/27/2026

🔥 WE NEED YOUR VOTE! 🔥

We’re incredibly proud to be nominated for Heating & Cooling in the CommunityVotes Cranston 2026 awards! 🏆

If Irish Heat has helped keep your home warm, your boiler running, your heating system clean, or taken care of your plumbing needs, we’d truly appreciate your support. ❤️

👉 Vote for Irish Heat here:
https://cranston.communityvotes.com/2026/05/home-builders-and-contractors/heating-and-cooling

Every vote means a lot to our family-owned business and helps us continue serving our community! ☘️

Please take a minute to vote and share this post with your friends and family!

Thank you for supporting Irish Heat! 🔥☘️

Official 2026 Community Voting Awards Platform for Cranston, RI. Where the community votes for their favorites every year.

08/26/2026

🔥 PLUMBER vs. PIPEFITTER — WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? 🔥

In Rhode Island, plumbers and pipefitters are both highly skilled tradespeople, but their work can be very different.

🔧 RI PLUMBERS
Plumbers work primarily with systems that move water, waste, and plumbing fixtures throughout a building.

Common plumbing work includes:
• Water supply lines
• Drain, waste & vent systems
• Toilets, sinks & faucets
• Showers & tubs
• Water heaters
• Sewer and drain piping
• Gas piping in applicable situations
• Plumbing repairs and installations

🔥 RI PIPEFITTERS
Pipefitters specialize in piping systems that transport heating, cooling, steam, and other fluids or gases used in mechanical systems.

Common pipefitting work includes:
• Boilers
• Steam heating systems
• Hydronic heating
• Chilled-water systems
• Commercial heating & cooling
• Pumps and mechanical piping
• Radiators and heating equipment
• Process piping
• Larger mechanical piping systems

🏠 WHY THE CONFUSION?

There can be overlap between the trades, especially when it comes to boilers, gas, and mechanical systems. The type of license and work being performed matters.

At Irish Heat, we believe customers should understand who is working on their home or business—and what they are licensed to do.

🔥 Heating • ❄️ Cooling • 🔧 Plumbing

Irish Heat — Keeping Rhode Island comfortable, one system at a time.

Call or text today! (401) 301-2545
RI MPFI 8912
RI MPL 7654

Keep your RI home comfortable with Irish Heat. Expert heating and plumbing services, specializing in steam boilers, boiler cleanings, furnace service, repairs, and installations. Family-owned and operated as well as locally trusted.

08/26/2026

🔥 THINKING ABOUT SWITCHING TO A HIGH-EFFICIENCY HEATING SYSTEM? 🔥

If your boiler or furnace is getting older, you may be wondering if it’s time to upgrade.

A high-efficiency system can offer some major benefits—but the right system depends on your home and your existing heating setup.

💰 Potentially lower energy use
Modern high-efficiency equipment is designed to get more usable heat from the fuel it consumes.

🏠 More consistent comfort
The right equipment, properly sized and installed, can help provide more even and reliable heat.

🌱 Less wasted energy
Higher efficiency means more of the energy you pay for is converted into useful heat.

🔧 Modern controls & technology
New systems can offer improved controls, diagnostics, and system management.

⚠️ BUT HERE’S THE IMPORTANT PART…

High efficiency doesn’t automatically mean better for every home.

Your existing piping, radiators, ductwork, chimney, ventilation, fuel type, heat loss, and overall system design all matter.

And if you have an older steam system, don’t assume you need to rip everything out and start over. Steam systems can often be maintained, improved, and properly serviced to keep them working efficiently.

☘️ At Irish Heat, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach.

We’ll look at your existing system and help you understand your options—from maintaining what you have to upgrading to modern high-efficiency equipment.

🔥 Irish Heat
Heating & Plumbing Services
📋 RI MPF I 8912
📋 RI MPL 7654
📲📞 call or text today for your free estimate!
(401) 301-2545
Before you replace your heating system, make sure you’re replacing it with the RIGHT system for your home.