New to steam - need a good contractor

hyperion

Hi all!
I'm a newcomer on this forum, as I just bought a house close to Boston that has a steam boiler for heating (Burnham Independence series). I am not sure how the former owner maintained the boiler, but I don't think it was done properly. The cut-in pressure was set to 2 psi (I lowered it to 0.5) and it does hiss and bang when it starts.
Now, I am sure in time I'll get to become more or less an expert, but right now I'd like to get someone who knows very well how steam works to service the boiler. I'm just a bit affraid that many plumbers are not exactly experts in this kind of systems, and was wondering if you can recommend a good contractor.
I'm European myself and never had to deal with steam heating - before buying the house I hadn't even heard about it

Steamhead

Try @New England SteamWorks or @GW - I believe they're in the Boston area.

Mad Dog_2

Welcome to America! You'll be in good hands with either my friend from across the pond. Those two companies are top notch. Keep us posted. Mad Dog

GW

I'll tip my hat and bow out, we are two hours from you, we do about 30 minutes of driving, give or take.

Jamie Hall

Also try @Charlie from wmass .

Charlie from wmass

If you are near Newton Mass I will be there Wednesday I could stop by in the afternoon.