We are a full service Plumbing and Heating Co. Serving Metro West for almost three decades. Offering the latest in new home heating technology, boiler repair, winter freeze ups, kitchen and bathroom remodeling to new home construction. Call us for all your plumbing, Heating, Gas Fitting Needs. Your Satisfaction is Guaranteed. For those who need help quickly, we are a 24 hour service company.
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Gas Logs. Heating & AC. Plumbing. Plumbing - Drain Cleaning. Water Heaters.
We moved to Wayland in the middle of May. Our second night in the house we had a leak in a bathroom and called Bolivar. Ron responded quickly and fixed the problem. We have since used them on 3 occasions. One for a new kitchen faucet and toilet and the other two times for emergencies. They were excellent in all cases. Chris and Kyle are fantastic plumbers and go above and beyond. I would highly recommend them. We have found that their rates are pretty much standard for this area. We will call them again.
Description of Work: Helped with a frozen pipe
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Robert M.
11/2013
5.0
water heater repair
+ -1 more
July 2013: Hot water heater was leaking hot water. Rob Bolivar returned my phone quickly and lead me thru shutting down the heater. The provider arrived, when scheduled the next day, and replaced the heater. Working fine! March 2013: The folks that carry our furnace insurance had previously said (after a visit to our home) that problems with the two heating zones probably would require replacing both zone valves. The provider from Bolivar arrived to check the furnace, two zone valves and two thermostats. The repair man from Bolivar moved one of the wires attached to the zone valve and fixed the problem. It's been working fine since then.
Description of Work: I used Bolivar Plumbing & Heating
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,350
Julie H.
11/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Price included labor and new circuit board.
Description of Work: The furnace for our steam heat in a newly purchased home was having issues lighting. Scheduled an appointment quickly and at a convenient time. The owner came and evaluated the whole unit while explaining the likely issue and why. Said we needed a new circuit board and offered to go buy one and replace immediately. Furnace has been perfectly functional since.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$325
Anita Y.
10/2013
3.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
==================================================== Too Busy - Call If You Want to Waste 15 Min Leaving Message ==================================================== I was put on hold for 7 minutes when someone answered. I asked if they do a free estimate in my area, and the women said that they do but that she'd have to leave a message. She then put me on hold again in order to do so. After another 6 minutes pass by, another woman asked what I needed and I had to repeat myself. This time, she took down my info and I was able to get off the phone. ==================================================== Meeting was Okay ==================================================== Someone did call me back and we arranged to meet. The person was cordial. ==================================================== No Quote from Lack of Follow Up ==================================================== I didn't hear back after they came over. Wish they never called me back to spend an extra hour that resulted in nothing.
Description of Work: Schedule a free estimate
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
3.0
Sam I.
09/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
His price extremely less than another quote I had gotten. They did a good job, they showed up on time, and I was happy with the service. I will use them in the future.
Description of Work: I called him for repairs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$135
Julie B.
06/2013
3.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
After a number of very positive experiences with our favorite plumber (Baker-Elman) we wondered whether we could find a better price and maintain the same quality. We contacted Ron Bolivar who came out for an estimate which was competitive. We decided to go ahead with the work, but unfortunately, it became harder and harder to get in touch with them during the work. The coordination was sub-optimal and frustrating at times. The installers weren't the friendliest guys around but ok, I suppose. Although the install went fine, some of the choices that were made suggested that corners were being cut (not on quality but on project strategy). While I agreed to these choices, I would have preferred to have someone give me great advice with a long-term perspective. So, if you're looking for a good price and willing to tolerate poor communication, I think these guys would be great. But I'm going back to my trusted plumber!
Description of Work: Installed a number of new plumbing lines in basement, new slop sink, new vent, removed old floor drain and patched floor.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$4,000
Christopher L.
05/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They called to find out if it would be OK if they arrived ahead of schedule. The work was completed quickly, no fuss, no muss, and it works.
Description of Work: Install and plumb and outside faucet
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Leslie B.
05/2013
1.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Their work looked good, but when I went down to the basement several days later, I found an inch of standing water from a leak in their repair. By this time they had promised me several times an immediate replacement for the bathroom faucet. I called and they promised someone would be there first thing Monday morning to address the leak and get the bathroom faucet back in action. I was promised fans to help dry out the basement. On Monday no one showed. I couldn't reach anyone at their office until after 9. I spoke to the owner, who had no idea I had any problem. He got annoyed because he'd ordered a part for the faucet and it just hadn't come in yet. I pointed out he hadn't told me that, though it was almost a week ago. He did not have the fans which had been promised. I said I was prepared to take the matter to another plumber, give him this review, and pay him nothing. He accepted that solution.
Description of Work: Called Bolivar to fix 2 leaky faucets. One, in a bathroom, required an unusual part, and they left it disassembled. The other, in the basement, had corroded pipes leading to it and a corroded shut-off which had to be replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
joyce K.
04/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Bolivar Plumbing and Heating had just done an incredible job. I am so impressed with them. They're fantastic. They don't waste time. They're so amazing.
Description of Work: Bolivar Plumbing and Heating installed my bath, shower and a vanity faucet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Sidney S.
01/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They were very good and very prompt. I have used them before and I plan to use them again.
Description of Work: They put in a faucet and put in a cartridge in a shower.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Joshua P.
01/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They're great and responsive. I've used them a couple of times and they did a great job. They're pricing was good and the guys he has working for him are professional and actually give you their feedback and save you money. They're wonderful and they're my plumber.
Description of Work: Bolivar Plumbing & Heating fixed a leak in my wall and replaced all of the plumbing of my sink.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Hilde K.
12/2012
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I called for an appointment. The workman came on time and completed the job.
Description of Work: a faucet on the outside of the house had to be replaced.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Tina T.
11/2012
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Excellent work by this Company. The 2 young men that arrived at my Condo, were punctional, polite, & professional. There was a little "Hiccup" on my part - the cold water valve underneath my Kitchen sink would not turn off, & I was told that the main water valve to the Bldg needed to be shut off. I called the property manager right away. Although my property manager requires at least 24hr notice, he made an exception. I told him the Plumber only needs about 1 hr for the water shut- off to the Bldg. They took care of this part of the repair very quickly, replaced with a new valve, & the water was shut off for only 20 min. The entire job despite my "Hiccup" was completed in 1 hr. which was well within the 1-2 hr time frame quoted to me. I was extremely pleased with the service and will highly recommend Bolivar Plumbing & Heating to everyone I know.
Description of Work: My work order was for 2 small jobs - replace & fix a leaky kitchen faucet & install a new toilet seat in the bathroom. I already had purchased a new kitchen faucet & toilet seat. They discovered the cold water valve was not working & replaced with a new valve.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Linda M.
06/2012
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They were timely and did an exceptional job. They found a pipe that needed to be replaced and did that for us. They were there the day I called them. We have used them before and they have always been professional and responsive to what I need.
Description of Work: Bolivar Plumbing and Heating installed a handheld shower device and repaired a tub faucet along with the pipe that went with it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Donna K.
03/2012
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Service people were very professional, personable, neat, and prompt. I would call them again and recommend highly.
Description of Work: They moved a gas line in the kitchen to accommodate a new, larger wall oven. They also reseated and tightened a rocking toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Lani C.
03/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
+ 0 more
The owner himself actually came out which I thought was great. I called them the day of our move and he was able to do the service, he even came out within 30 minutes of my call to disconnect it for me. He was very friendly and I was very happy with the service.
Description of Work: The owner came out to disconnect our gas dryer for the moving company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
David M.
01/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing, water heater repair
+ 1 more
Perfectly and uneventfully; smart guy, good crew, hardworking (lots of work), better-value pricing than all of the other plumbers I consulted (lots!). Was the one who suggested this particular furnace, after we discussed competitors and had already settled on another model. Works like a charm. A couple of followup bug fixes have gone smoothly (turn-on after power loss, e.g.).
Description of Work: replaced gas furnace, 27yo burnham and elect HWH with new triangle tube prestige peerless 110 ultrahigh-efficiency combo unit
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000
Dave M.
12/2011
5.0
drain cleaning, heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing, water heater repair
+ 2 more
Always satisfied. even when something doesn't go exactly right, they will correct it quickly and professionally.
Description of Work: this is general posting to recommend Bolivar Plumbing for all kinds of plumbing, heating, and A/C work. We have used them for almost 20 years on many small projects, repairs, disasters, and extensive plumbing due to addtions and remodeling. They know our house upside down and have done all the plumbing work for us. the work date shown is the most recent visit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
David C.
12/2011
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
the job went smoothly after two trips to obtain necessary parts.
Description of Work: Replaced a leaky tub drain.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Kevin C.
10/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
I called on a Thursday morning and was able to schedule an appointment for the next day. The plumber (sorry but I can't recall his name) arrived 15 minutes early. He was very professional. He did not have the part needed on his van, but returned within half an hour and quickly made the repair. He also repaired a faucet that was dripping. Overall a very good experience. I would use this company again.
Description of Work: Replaced filler tube on running toilet, repaired dripping faucet
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
Sidney S.
10/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Kyle and his helper called prior to arrival at my house. They were very neat and efficient. I absolutely would use there again.
Description of Work: Installed single lever washing machine shutoff and replaced the frozen shutoffs the connect to the new single lever shutoff.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$161
Gregory G.
10/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
+ 0 more
Ron came over initially for an estimate of work. We scheduled the work and Adam came a few weeks later. Although the overall job was a little more expensive than we had originally hoped, they did an excellent job and were worth every penny. I'd definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Adam from Bolivar plumbing drained my heating lines and removed some pipe while we had work done on one of our rooms. He then came back and installed the pipes and heating covers. Adam was very helpful in explaining everything and very professional. A great guy.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Peter M.
10/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Please see above. Overall, it was a great experience!
Description of Work: I'm a Realtor and had a listing that had a few items pop up at the final walk through. A toilet was leaking and the washing machine had some water coming from the hoses. I live in the town and knew of Ron Bolivar though had not used him. I called over the weekend asking for a monday service call and my call was promptly returned Monday morning. I met the guys up there that afternoon,they were exactly on time and were finished replacing the float valve within 20 minutes.. The washing machine problem cropped up Wednesday. I called on Wednesday pm and they were there Thursday morning. This time I was not there but the new seller said they were on time and repaired the leak promptly. In this day and age of no one returning you calls and running late... I am so impressed with the response time of Bolivar. Not only that, I asked them to bill the old seller of the home which they did with no questions asked. I would not hesitate to use them again.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
John F.
09/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
We were very happy with the work completed. It was easy to contact, fast, friendly, quality work and good job cleaning up the area after. We certainly will call Bolivar Plumbing next time we need a Plumber!
Description of Work: Replaced broken cast iron toilet flange. After numerous diy attempts failed we called them and come over first thing the next morning and did it the right way. They removed the old broken flange and leaded a new one after spending time cutting down the new color and tile around drain to allow for a better fit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$191
J MICHAEL G.
07/2011
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
+ 0 more
Responded to late night phone call promptly, promised to have service available first thing next morning. Arrived as promised, service completed in about 90 min. including replacement of kitchen sink drain basket which was not part of original call.
Description of Work: Cleaned backed up drains at the source, also replaced drain basket in kitchen sink.
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Bolivar Plumbing & Heating is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Monday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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