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Avatar for Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install+3 more

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rob and his crew at Platinum Plumbing were extremely responsive, and clearly made the extra effort to get my AC working again this summer! Over the years we have had several jobs with them / including a furnace 20 years ago, which has given us zero problems. I swear that Rob left my basement cleaner than when he got there! Each time we get a fair price and great communication. While my first choice is to not need a plumber at all, when I do need one, I am glad I can call Platinum!"
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Matt Evans Plumbing and Heating
5.0(
63
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Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Matt is very organized, knowledgeable, friendly and fast! A real pleasure to meet such an efficient plumber! He helped us save money, time and aggravation with our water heater replacement. Great job, Matt!"
boiler
new
Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
M J Digby Plumbing & Heating
4.7(
125
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt responded quickly to my request for help and was able to find and fix my problem quickly. I will definitely reach out again if I need any plumbing help in the future!"
Relocate and Replace Underground Sewage Line
Commercial Plumbing Job
Relocate and Replace Underground Sewage Line
Response time7 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Coastal Plumbing and Heating
4.9(
248
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Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Water Heater was found leaking all over my basement. Selected a few Companies and Ken called immediately. Very professional and respectful of my time. Offered to come immediately on Sunday, we agreed on 9am Monday. Running slightly behind schedule I got a courtesy call updating his arrival time. Removal and installation went relatively quickly with no hidden fees or surprises. All modifications to piping and venting were completed without drama. Quality craftsmanship without cutting corners. No longer in the market for a Plumber as I now know who Iâ ll call."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Plumbing & HVAC, LLC
5.0(
23
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Marcin & his team at Precision Plumbing & HVAC for multiple projects. First to handle all plumbing in a gutted bathroom renovation, then to replace an old gas water heater and furnace with a new high efficiency combi boiler. I've since recommended them to friends and family and would absolutely do so again."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

When planning plumbing in older Wakefield homes, expect to encounter aging infrastructure like corroded galvanized steel or cast iron drain lines. You must replace these deteriorated materials before proceeding. Additionally, Massachusetts requires lead service line replacements if discovered during the project. Always factor in mandatory permit and inspection fees, as well as potential asbestos abatement if your home has older insulated heating pipes. Addressing these issues ensures a safe, compliant home.

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The year your home was built provides the most valuable insight for plumbing. Older Wakefield properties feature distinct characteristics like galvanized supply lines or cast iron drains. Identify the pipe materials throughout your home to determine what requires replacement. Confirm whether you connect to a municipal sewer or a private septic system. Finally, check your basement or crawlspace accessibility, as this dictates how easily professionals access main lines and shutoff valves.

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Always verify that your chosen professional holds an active state license and carries proper liability insurance. A qualified local contractor must be willing to pull all required permits for plumbing in MA. Prioritize professionals with extensive experience handling older housing stock, as they understand state-specific codes and older pipe configurations. Check local references to confirm the contractor has a strong track record of passing municipal inspections in Wakefield.

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A major mistake during plumbing is skipping the required permit process, which creates legal and insurance liabilities. Homeowners frequently underestimate the age of their home's systems, causing damage to fragile pipes when addressing a minor repair. Ignoring the location and condition of your main water shutoff valve is another common error. Always account for Wakefield winters, as frozen ground and inaccessible outdoor shutoffs cause severe delays for cold-weather projects.

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Functional plumbing addresses urgent issues like failing water heaters or burst pipes, making winter repairs critical in MA. Cosmetic updates offer flexible scheduling. However, moving even a single drain line during a visual upgrade triggers full compliance with current state codes. Cosmetic projects in older Wakefield homes frequently require opening thick plaster walls to access pipes. Functional repairs always demand formal inspections to verify safe operation and proper installation.

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