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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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Floros Plumbing and Heating
4.9(
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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+14 more

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"I heartily recommend Petros Floros of Floros Plumbing & Heating Co. from Melrose, serving the greater Boston area. He is a master Plumber who is expert, reliable and efficient. He has a genial demeanor and is easy to work with. No matter what he is doing, he will manage to fit you in for most immediate emergency jobs and in a reasonable time for the rest. His customer reviews on Yelp and Google and Angi are all sterling. I recently used him for a double install job with a new kitchen faucet and garbage disposal. He whipped through the project and left everything brand spanking new in perfect working order. I have used him in the past and he never disappoints."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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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

"Marcin and team did a great job redoing the plumbing in my entire house. We also discovered cracks in our waste line and he replaced all of the original cast iron lines in the basement and coordinated with the contractor who replaced our exterior water and sewer lines unexpectedly. He was quick to respond to questions and requests, very reliable, and did a great job plumbing 2.5 bathrooms, laundry, and kitchen."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coastal Plumbing and Heating
4.9(
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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

"Coastal Plumbing and Heating called us in less than an hour from entering the issue at HomeAdvisor (at 9pm). They asked great questions to assess the issue and gave me a very fair quote. They we're at my home the next morning with the correct replacement water heater and were ready to get to work. The father/son team from Coastal was extremely professional and knowledgeable, and had the job completed in about an hour. I was extremely happy with the whole experience, and they made a bad situation (leaking/burst water heater) right again. Going forward I plan to call Coastal Plumbing and Heating any time I need a plumber. They are that good!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearBathtub Install or Replace+22 more

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had an incredible experience. My water heater was leaking and ready to let go. Brian had contacted me. He set up an appointment the next morning. The two gentleman ( plumbers ) came in. Removed the old water heater. Installed the New water heater. And updated the vent piping because it was old and out of code. They did a wonderful job. And I cannot speak highly enough of them , the speedy work and their professionalism. I now have a new plumber for all my plumbing needs. Thank you."
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Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

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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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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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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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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