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• <div><p>There are many issues that can cause cold showers, but the most likely is a problem with your water heater, especially if other fixtures also don’t get hot water. If it’s just your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/shower-water-cold-but-sink-hot.htm">shower not getting hot water</a>, you likely have a broken or damaged shower cartridge. You can replace this yourself or hire a plumber to do the work for you if you’re not comfortable working with plumbing.</p></div>

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Last update on October 04, 2025

Reviewed in February 2016
They were honest and straightforward. Had been "cold contacted" by another chimney company who told me I needed $6500 worth of repairs and that my gas hot water heater might cause my house to blow up if it was not fixed. Master Chimney Sweepers did the same inspection and said my hot water...
Master Chimney Sweepers
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Reviewed in April 2016
Master Chimney Sweepers have been top notch time after time. We have used them several times and every experience has been amazing. We use them to install all our high efficiency liners for our HVAC systems. We have also refereed them out to other clients who have also had nothing but great...
Master Chimney Sweepers
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Reviewed in December 2018
Mark was punctual, and professional. He was very good at explaining the process. Cleaned both flues, and did an inspection of the chimney, and water heater venting. He noted all the things that needed fixing, but didn't try to sell me on any of them. He did good job explaining they what and why...
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Reviewed in January 2015
It all went quite well. On the call to set-up the appointment it was clearly explained what they would do, including a call to confirm the appointment. The technician arrived within the expected service window. He outlined what he would do, the concerns he had about what he might find...
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Reviewed in May 2022
Our plumber and his assistant were professional, highly knowledgeable, and highly skilled. They cleaned up afterwards, too. We are very happy with Papalia and look forward to their servicing our furnace and air conditioner in the future as well as attending to our future plumbing needs. A...
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Reviewed in May 2013
The water heater failed suddenly, as they always seem to do. I contacted a few places, but Papalia was by far the quickest to respond and highly professional. They gave us options, recommendations, easily replaced the water heater, and took the old one away. The process was so easy with them. We...
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Reviewed in July 2008
I called them at night and they were there the next morning to install the water heater. They are extremely responsive and professional in their work. They were timely.
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Reviewed in February 2017
Very well. These were the second people who informed us that our direct heating was on an older system, and we should go with a hot water tank. He was able to give us a quote for the job and schedule a date to install it while he was here. They made the process very easy to manage. They use flat...
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Reviewed in January 2020
We have worked with Papalia on a few things and have had an amazing experience with the entire team! Install an old radiator -- Excellent install with no surprises. They found a couple of issues that I would not have caught. avoiding a big mess in the future. Installed a new water heater --...
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Reviewed in September 2020
Very easy and professional to work with. Arrived on time and took everything away after job was done. Very pleased would hire again.
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Mouradian Plumbing & Heating

Mouradian Plumbing & Heating

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

53 local quotes requested

With over 20 years of experience, boilers and water heaters are our specialty. - High Efficiency and Combination Boilers - Tankless Water Heaters - Heat Pump Water Heaters - Steam Boilers - Standard Hot Water Boilers - Standard Tank Water Heaters

"The owner Eric was very responsive. He came over to measure and give me a quote very quickly and was able to have the work done the next morning. Kyle and Charlie that did the work did a good job, were professional, did clean work. They did a good job helping me understand the process."

Ben B on July 2024

"The owner Eric was very responsive. He came over to measure and give me a quote very quickly and was able to have the work done the next morning. Kyle and Charlie that did the work did a good job, were professional, did clean work. They did a good job helping me understand the process."

Ben B on July 2024

Super Service Today Inc

Super Service Today Inc

Customers say: Super punctual

213 local quotes requested

15 years of experience

Super Service Today is a full service plumbing and drain cleaning company. Our team is experienced and fully equipped to solve your problem. We are your regular plumber's drain cleaning professional. Your home or business will be treated as if it were our own! Customer service is our number one priority and you will see first hand when you call! We take the time to really listen and understand your goals and needs to make sure you are fully satisfied with the service you receive. Our service experts are trained to offer long term solutions that will best work for you and your family. We are a family owned and locally operated company serving Middlesex County, Essex County, Suffolk County and surrounding communities. Super Service Today, Inc. specializes in all aspects of plumbing, gas work, residential heating, drain cleaning, sewer repairs and main water service relays. We are available to assist you with all of your plumbing requirements from faucet installs to sewer replacements. We are solution experts that you only need to call once. Give us a call today to see how we can help you with all of your plumbing needs. We do not service Window AC units.

"No they are rip off They pray on the elderly saying things are ticking time bonb!"

Mike T on September 2025

"No they are rip off They pray on the elderly saying things are ticking time bonb!"

Mike T on September 2025

Heritage Home Service

Heritage Home Service

Customers say: Quality work

188 local quotes requested

39 years of experience

Heritage Home Service is proud to serve residents from Northeast Massachusetts. We are the area’s premier home services provider and for 35+ years, we’ve brought the Heritage touch to homes throughout the state.

"Highly recommend! Josh came gave us an estimate for our hot water tank replacement with financings and everything went through and the next day Sal came out, great worker knowledgeable explained everything step by step. Friendly and a dog lover! Just great work and respectful good hard workers!"

Darline F on May 2024

"Highly recommend! Josh came gave us an estimate for our hot water tank replacement with financings and everything went through and the next day Sal came out, great worker knowledgeable explained everything step by step. Friendly and a dog lover! Just great work and respectful good hard workers!"

Darline F on May 2024

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

52 local quotes requested

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be Essex County’s most trusted HVAC team since 1998. Whether you need AC or heater maintenance, repairs, or complete replacements and new installations, the local company can handle it. Expect quality work and customer care every time. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning responds quickly, arrives as scheduled, and leaves no mess behind. Additionally, the company is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for any emergency heating or cooling in Ipswich or the surrounding areas. Call now to request a service. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning has financing options and special rebates in place to help with budget concerns. Ask about their maintenance plans and online coupons as well to get instant savings.

"Fast, efficient."

David O on December 2024

"Fast, efficient."

David O on December 2024

Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical

Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical

Customers say: Quality work

77 local quotes requested

46 years of experience

At MillTown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical, we know the value of prompt, professional and reliable services and look forward to serving your needs in the Merrimack Valley. We're a same day/next day service company offering quality work and unbeatable service.

"I used to like them. Use them for my big install of backup basement sump pump. This time, I was out of the country, my rental property in MA needs a toilet fix. It was a standard water tank leak and we need to replace the inside mechanism. Milltown came and said 'rebulid the toilet', my wife authorize them to do it as I was not reachable at the time their plumber was at the rental property. They were in and out according to my tenant for at most 45 min, rebuilding two toilet tank and fixed the leak. The bill came to be 1200, $600 a toilet. One line item on the receipt is $470 for the kit they use to replace the plastic mechanism inside the water tank. I casually google the kit, I can get a universal sup kit for the toilet to replace that for $20. I called them, manager came on gave me that talk - we did hundreds of toilet leak and we average all of them to come up with the cost for that line item, which includes (a) parts (b) labor (c) our service guarantee for a prompt and reliable service Say they charge $200 /hr labor, 1 hr for two toilet is $100 labor for 1 toilet (remember, the plumber was there like 30-45 min rebuilding the two toilet). Say total parts are $100 (with markup), we are talking about $200 for fixing the leak of 1 toilet. They charged almost $600 for one toilet. You can do that math. I expect some up charge, but I am not paying $300 just for getting prompt reliable service. I turned around and asked for a few reliable plumber quote from Thumbstack with great reviews, most can do the job for $200 labor and I can get them the universal kit they will be able to come on the same day. So maybe if you want Milltown to do bigger job, that is ok. For smaller job, it does not worth it. Replacing the toilet flush mechanism is really not rocket science in plumbing. If I am not thousands of miles away, I would have done it myself after watching some Youtube video. I am willing to pay up charge for the service, but this is really above and beyond the normal up charge range, $1200 for a 30 min job replacing the toilet flushing mechanism in the water tank!!"

STEVE L on October 2024

"I used to like them. Use them for my big install of backup basement sump pump. This time, I was out of the country, my rental property in MA needs a toilet fix. It was a standard water tank leak and we need to replace the inside mechanism. Milltown came and said 'rebulid the toilet', my wife authorize them to do it as I was not reachable at the time their plumber was at the rental property. They were in and out according to my tenant for at most 45 min, rebuilding two toilet tank and fixed the leak. The bill came to be 1200, $600 a toilet. One line item on the receipt is $470 for the kit they use to replace the plastic mechanism inside the water tank. I casually google the kit, I can get a universal sup kit for the toilet to replace that for $20. I called them, manager came on gave me that talk - we did hundreds of toilet leak and we average all of them to come up with the cost for that line item, which includes (a) parts (b) labor (c) our service guarantee for a prompt and reliable service Say they charge $200 /hr labor, 1 hr for two toilet is $100 labor for 1 toilet (remember, the plumber was there like 30-45 min rebuilding the two toilet). Say total parts are $100 (with markup), we are talking about $200 for fixing the leak of 1 toilet. They charged almost $600 for one toilet. You can do that math. I expect some up charge, but I am not paying $300 just for getting prompt reliable service. I turned around and asked for a few reliable plumber quote from Thumbstack with great reviews, most can do the job for $200 labor and I can get them the universal kit they will be able to come on the same day. So maybe if you want Milltown to do bigger job, that is ok. For smaller job, it does not worth it. Replacing the toilet flush mechanism is really not rocket science in plumbing. If I am not thousands of miles away, I would have done it myself after watching some Youtube video. I am willing to pay up charge for the service, but this is really above and beyond the normal up charge range, $1200 for a 30 min job replacing the toilet flushing mechanism in the water tank!!"

STEVE L on October 2024

Rescue Plumbing Services

Rescue Plumbing Services

Customers say: Quick response

67 local quotes requested

2 years of experience

Contact us today with all your plumbing issues and estimates! With over 30 years of experience, no job is ever too big or too little! We specialize in underground plumbing repairs, water heater and boiler replacements, drain cleaning, hydro jetting, and preforming diagnostic tests on sewer/septic systems. We provide 24/7 service for both commercial and residential properties!

"Never booked"

Melanie R on March 2024

"Never booked"

Melanie R on March 2024

Genove Oil & Air Co

Genove Oil & Air Co

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

91 local quotes requested

Genove Oil & Air provides Bioheat & oil delivery as well as residential and commercial installation/service for oil & gas heating units, water heaters, heat pumps, central A/C and ductless HVAC systems. As a complete energy company, we offer our customers modern energy efficient heating and cooling options. We take pride in what we do, making excellent customer service our top priority! Based in Waltham, serving Eastern Massachusetts, Metrowest, and Greater Boston since 1977.

"I would not hire these guys again"

Ali A on November 2024

"I would not hire these guys again"

Ali A on November 2024

RED Plumbing

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

20 local quotes requested

Residential & Light Commercial plumbing, water heaters, boilers & gas fitting services. Licensed and Insured. Free Estimates!

"Quick response and honest feedback on what was wrong with the heater. Richard was proactive in checking the status of the warranty and gave the best service."

Adi K on April 2025

Residential & Light Commercial plumbing, water heaters, boilers & gas fitting services. Licensed and Insured. Free Estimates!

"Quick response and honest feedback on what was wrong with the heater. Richard was proactive in checking the status of the warranty and gave the best service."

Adi K on April 2025

Village Home Services

Village Home Services

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

88 local quotes requested

Village Home Services formally known as Village Electric and Village HVAC. We stand at the intersection of expertise and community spirit. With our plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services, we go beyond fixing problems; we enrich lives, one home at a time. In our village, your comfort and safety are our top priorities.

"Craig was friendly, informative and very efficient. I would definitely hire them and recommend them to friends."

Gina R on September 2025

"Craig was friendly, informative and very efficient. I would definitely hire them and recommend them to friends."

Gina R on September 2025

Yelle Plumbing And Heating

Yelle Plumbing And Heating

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

15 local quotes requested

At Yelle Plumbing and Heating, we take pride in our work and strive to meet every need of our customers. From small service to new construction we can do it all. Fully licensed and insured

"Nick’s response time, quote, and work was outstanding! He was able to fit me and do the repair quickly and it is much appreciated. Thank you!"

Kimberly M on May 2025

At Yelle Plumbing and Heating, we take pride in our work and strive to meet every need of our customers. From small service to new construction we can do it all. Fully licensed and insured

"Nick’s response time, quote, and work was outstanding! He was able to fit me and do the repair quickly and it is much appreciated. Thank you!"

Kimberly M on May 2025

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Unless you have previous plumbing experience or extensive experience with water heaters, you should avoid replacing your electric water heater yourself. This process involves disconnecting wiring and parts from the old water heater and reinstalling them onto the new one, among other difficult tasks. This job is best left to the pros to make sure that everything is connected correctly to avoid serious leaks or malfunctions.

The cost to replace a water heater depends on the type you choose (tank versus tankless) and the fuel type. You can expect to pay anywhere from $880 to $1,780 for a one-to-one replacement. If you’re switching from one type or energy source to another, labor costs will rise significantly for the extra amount of work.

Yes, most municipalities have codes that require water heaters to have pans. A pan is necessary when a water heater or hot water storage tank is installed in an area where water leakage could cause damage, such as an attic, second floor, or finished basement. Tankless water heaters are not required to have a pan since there is no storage tank.

Not all homes are required by code to have water heater expansion tanks, though some cities, like Los Angeles, do. Sometimes, municipalities will require a code that asks homeowners to install an expansion tank if their water heater is on a closed system. A closed system setup without an expansion tank can place unnecessary stress on appliances and shorten their lifespan.

There are many issues that can cause cold showers, but the most likely is a problem with your water heater, especially if other fixtures also don’t get hot water. If it’s just your shower not getting hot water, you likely have a broken or damaged shower cartridge. You can replace this yourself or hire a plumber to do the work for you if you’re not comfortable working with plumbing.

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