I?m writing this recommendation for Mr. Rocky Lake, Master Plumber and Plumbing Contractor and Craftsman, Rocky Lake Plumbing and Heating, 207-897-6779, 197 Boothby Road Livermore, Maine 04253-3801. Over the years, Mr. Lake has worked for us and members of our family on our water pump, draining our house in preparation for us leaving it empty for the winter, hooked up a new washing machine when I butchered the discharge connector hoses, rerouted pipes for our newly changed and greatly modified kitchen sink, and much more, always providing us with reasonable charges, timely responses, and good practical advice for work we planned to do before calling him for finishing the project. Rocky has the ability, maybe learned, maybe genetic, that allows him to adapt quickly if he runs into an unexpected problem, like when my wife?s rebuild of the cabinet holding our new sink meant the boards were substantially thicker than traditional countertops. He looked at the thickness of the countertops and the clips that came with the sink and noted that he would have to use longer screws to make them work. Note there is no loss of time or increase in charges in what appears to be extemporaneous adjustments. There are other core abilities that distinguish a craftsman from other workers, like this ability to improvise, maybe because the unexpected is the nature of a craftsman?s world so exceptions are more the rule than the exception. Another ability that distinguishes a craftsman from a mere practitioner, and it?s difficult to write about in detail because it?s also present in other professionals who possess craftsman level skills, is that of achieving a form, a whole, a gestalt, that is far more than the some of its parts. A craftsman can see not just the parts and the whole of a project, or person, but how those parts go together, or work together to create a gestalt of the task they have to repair or to create or to build. I don?t have the gift, and it is a gift, though someone who has the desire, who are ready to learn, and have gifted teachers, gifted mentors may learn, with time and experience, the craftsman?s process. You can see the abilities of craftsman physicians as they work with a patient, collecting information and signs from the different body systems, going back and forth between a ?evolving draft? diagnosis and the facts and suggestions of specific tests. Achieving the gestalt is achieving a proper, effective treatment. Much of the craftsman process can be taught, but only to those who are desirous and ready to learn. The craftsman process can be seen in Navy pilots, this ability to see the parts and the whole, going back and forth in focus on gauges and meters and feels of their machine in achieving optimal performances, gestalts. How the parts, figure and ground, go together determine a safe or otherwise landing I?ve seen the craftsman process in attorneys, trial attorneys especially, those who not only know how to weave together precedents with statutes and common law decisions with facts, ultimate and local, some time bound, some not, and present them together in an integrated fusion, a tight, logic driven and emotional carrying narrative that captures the gestalt of their particular case, often using voice tones as only tone-talkers can do, to make the narrative of their unique case a gestalt having a near mystical, crystal clear, resolution that no honest jury or devout judge can refuse. We need craftsmen, some to create structures that please the mind, some that help the body, with some creations revealed by the touch of a warm hand, and some creations that use word images to show us how we can use empty buildings, blank walls, chunks of wood and granite, for future inventions and innovations that feed our democratic capitalist system to provide more for more people, as the Pope has stated, than any other system that has existed. Maine is ranked 28th among the states in measurable innovation and much higher, close to 4th, on raw creativity. We need the craftsman to transform the gestalts they create into hard realities. 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Yes I thing so but I will be more aware of my expected cost I Have 2 furnaces and systems and was only able to do one at the time."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/east-walpole/puroclean-emergency-restoration-services-reviews-6319147.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"JD Masonry LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"ME","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Amory W."},"reviewBody":"I received several estimates on the work and JD Masonry gave me the fairest price as well as some honest suggestions. The crews were all very nice and polite. I had brick steps totally removed and rebuilt with granite treads and stone fronts. I made the landing deeper and wider and they worked with me when I wanted to change the height of each step. Next I changed a section that had old railroad ties and a curved section of 5 steps to solid granite steps and made them more manageable. Finally the walkway was brick and we replaced it with pavers. When I saw the sample pavers on sight prior to install I really wasn't happy with the color that yes I had chosen. They were good about providing a second sample which I was much happier with and we went with...I am VERY PLEASED with the final result. The front of the house looks great now.!!! I decided as an after thought to have them do a small section in brick using some of my removed bricks...I received a proposal and the work was able to be done a few weeks later. I also want to say that this work was done in some pretty extreme heat and they work full days and stuck it out in the horrible heat. I would recommend and use these guys again no question. 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Plumbing And Heating Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Livermore, ME
High quality work, attention to detail and friendly service are matched with flawless execution. We are very happy with the work performed and we know the job was done right. The name is appropriate because you absolutely can trust this company. Wonderful experience.
Jim M.
1.0
11/2022
Horrible, absolutely horrible. DO NOT use this company. Company charges $289 to come out and look at your hot tub with the claim that the $289 will be applied to the total repair cost. Once they finally came to my house in mid July to look at the tub, the tech identified the issue right...
A plowing contract was formed and not completed in a timely and reasonable fashion. Ordered crushed stone, was promised by the company on a specific day. Never delivered. Poor customer service. Poor quality. Less than poor business services.
It went well. I will say that I misunderstood the services in the Groupon a bit. I thought it was to do as many returns and vents when it was just a few. So I had extra cost there. Also it didn't involve the real deep cleaning of the system as explained, as part of the process,. so I ended...
Amory W.
5.0
08/2013
I received several estimates on the work and JD Masonry gave me the fairest price as well as some honest suggestions. The crews were all very nice and polite. I had brick steps totally removed and rebuilt with granite treads and stone fronts. I made the landing deeper and wider and they...
Whitney R.
5.0
06/2012
Great! He was prompt and came within a few hours of my call. He came back the next morning when the project became much bigger than he expected and did not leave until he was sure the drain was clear. He communicated well throughout and even cleaned out the bathroom sink as a bonus. ...
A-1 Plumbing and Heating is a locally owned plumbing and heating contractor that specializes in service and repair work along with construction and remodeling services. We are a veteran owned residential and commercial plumbing and heating contractor based in Franklin County, Maine. Our expertise includes new construction, remodels, service, and repair.
A-1 Plumbing and Heating is a locally owned plumbing and heating contractor that specializes in service and repair work along with construction and remodeling services. We are a veteran owned residential and commercial plumbing and heating contractor based in Franklin County, Maine. Our expertise includes new construction, remodels, service, and repair.
We are a locally owned and operated company that treats every customer like family and every job like it's our own. We do on demand propane generator installations, rinnai heaters, propane cookstoves, propane dryers, and gas grill connections. We also offer propane tank sales and residential and commercial delivery service. Customer service is our top priority. Gives us a call and see what we could do for you.
We are a locally owned and operated company that treats every customer like family and every job like it's our own. We do on demand propane generator installations, rinnai heaters, propane cookstoves, propane dryers, and gas grill connections. We also offer propane tank sales and residential and commercial delivery service. Customer service is our top priority. Gives us a call and see what we could do for you.
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Kevin has been very reliable and capable of doing nosy my home projects I've had since I hired him for the first project"
Sean S on December 2023
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Kevin has been very reliable and capable of doing nosy my home projects I've had since I hired him for the first project"
Welcome to HVAC Solutions 207, LLC! In business since 2023, we are a full service heating and cooling company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in all service and repair for heating and air conditioning units, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Waterford and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today!
"Timely, professional job, would hire again."
Paul C on August 2025
Welcome to HVAC Solutions 207, LLC! In business since 2023, we are a full service heating and cooling company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in all service and repair for heating and air conditioning units, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Waterford and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today!
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and specialize in asphalt shingle installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Long Home did an awesome job installing my new shower, vanity, and bathroom floor. It looks beautiful!"
Peter M on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and specialize in asphalt shingle installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Long Home did an awesome job installing my new shower, vanity, and bathroom floor. It looks beautiful!"
We offer free estimates to all new and existing customers. Specializing in service plumbing such as, water heaters, leaking drains, toilet replacements/repairs, sump pumps, emergency services.
We offer free estimates to all new and existing customers. Specializing in service plumbing such as, water heaters, leaking drains, toilet replacements/repairs, sump pumps, emergency services.
providing commercial/residential maintenance services in central and southern Maine for 18 years! We put the customers first! Call us for your next project, free consultations! commercial painting commercial cleaning services handyman services commercial, and residential repairs
"They did an outstanding job."
Tom B on September 2024
providing commercial/residential maintenance services in central and southern Maine for 18 years! We put the customers first! Call us for your next project, free consultations! commercial painting commercial cleaning services handyman services commercial, and residential repairs
Bellevue Construction Company delivers a superior finished product. We specialize in all areas of construction. We aim to serve all of our customers with a wonderful experience. Our motto is quality over quantity. Our company has been owned and operating for 7+ years! Give us a call or click to request a free quote today. Feel free to text or call this #7816706394
"The workers that came (Lenny and the guys) were great. Knowledgeable, professional and very friendly. They remodeled the entire kitchen in a 70 year old home and made it look beautiful and functional. They were here when they said and cleaned up each day when they were done. Took only 4 days start to finish. I would highly recommend this company for you remodeling needs"
Mindie G on October 2025
Bellevue Construction Company delivers a superior finished product. We specialize in all areas of construction. We aim to serve all of our customers with a wonderful experience. Our motto is quality over quantity. Our company has been owned and operating for 7+ years! Give us a call or click to request a free quote today. Feel free to text or call this #7816706394
"The workers that came (Lenny and the guys) were great. Knowledgeable, professional and very friendly. They remodeled the entire kitchen in a 70 year old home and made it look beautiful and functional. They were here when they said and cleaned up each day when they were done. Took only 4 days start to finish. I would highly recommend this company for you remodeling needs"
Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!
Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!
We are a certified and insured welding company that specializes in welding repair/ new fabrication project/ industrial pipe welding and plumbing. We are on site and can travel anywhere to get the job done!
We are a certified and insured welding company that specializes in welding repair/ new fabrication project/ industrial pipe welding and plumbing. We are on site and can travel anywhere to get the job done!
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FAQs for plumbing and heating service projects in Livermore, ME
The average cost to install a new water heater is around $1,300, but you can expect to pay between $875 and $1,750, depending on the kind of water heater, the size of the unit, and the professional chosen to complete the work. Tankless water heaters can push your price higher, as installation is more complicated, with prices as high as $3,500. The location and accessibility of your water heater will play a role in the project cost, as those sitting in tight spaces like a crawl space will drive up your labor costs.
Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Yes, most states require HVAC technicians to be certified, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed HVAC technician could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
The average cost to unclog a drain is around $200, with prices ranging between $110 and $800, depending on the type of drain and the extent of the clog. Hiring a professional to snake the toilet or sink will usually cost between $110 and $275, a bathtub or shower typically costs around $225, and a main line clog can cost between $100 and $800 based on the severity of the clog and how far beyond the access point the clog sits. Since the labor involved varies, most plumbers will charge an hourly rate for drain cleaning.
The average cost to hire a plumber is around $100 an hour but can vary between $45 and $200 an hour depending on the plumber’s experience and the repair that you need. It’s also important to note that these prices can go up on holidays, and emergency plumber rates average $150 per hour, in addition to a flat-rate trip fee of $100 to $350.
The Livermore, ME homeowners’ guide to plumbing and heating services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When your shower or sink starts draining slowly or not at all, it’s time to act. Get tips for how to unclog a drain, and learn about drain cleaning service pricing.
A swamp cooler offers cool, moist air and costs less than an air conditioner. Learn about the costs of swamp coolers based on your home size and type of unit.
How do I drain the water lines in my house? This guide will walk you through it in five simple steps, along with tips to prevent damage to your plumbing.