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J C Jacobs Plumbing

1156 Washington St
Norwood, MA 02062 781-762-1600

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They provided excellent service and fixed a clogged pipe that was done in a... - Jan 12, 2026

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Plumbing Solutions

5 Business St
Dedham, MA 02026 781-326-6004

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Very good but very expensive. - Sep 28, 2023

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Rusty's Plumbing & Heating

733 Webster St
Needham, MA 02492 781-433-0066

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Got the job done right. Not too expensive. - Feb 21, 2022

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Alliance Plumbing & Heating

454 Washington St
Braintree, MA 02184 781-848-4554

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They are expert in all they do - Sep 26, 2023

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J & B's Plumbing

191 Warren St
Watertown, MA 02472 617-926-5217

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Highly recommend! Great service and communication. - Dec 07, 2025

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L & G Plumbing & Heating Services

94 Main St Bay #2
North Reading, MA 01864 978-664-6804

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Staff is very reliable. They are quick to come out for a service call and the... - Dec 06, 2025

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Deacon Plumbing & Heating

32 Pleasant St
Stoughton, MA 02072 781-344-2541

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We have used Deacon Plumbing for many years. We have recommended them to neighbors,... - Oct 03, 2019

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George S Patey & Sons

215 Bridge St
Dedham, MA 02026 617-734-9400

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good prices and they show up on time - Sep 25, 2023

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Jim Dorsey & Son

82 Ingell St
Taunton, MA 02780 508-822-6728

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The young man who came to my home was polite and knowledgeable. - Aug 27, 2024

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Anytime Plumbing & Heating

3 Grove St
Berkley, MA 02779 508-880-2800

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The plumber was very handy. Fixed some extra things he did not have to out... - Oct 23, 2023

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C J Plumbing & Heating

PO Box 122
East Bridgewater, MA 02333 508-378-1271

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He's a good solid basic plumber. He may not be the best choice for a... - May 13, 2026

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John Hoadley & Sons Plumbing & Heating

672 Union St
Rockland, MA 02370 781-878-8098

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Paul E Martin Plumbing & Heating

6 Meridian Dr
Salem, NH 03079 978-794-8041

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A I Russell

22-A Thayer Rd
Waltham, MA 02453 617-782-5834

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They use good quality products for their works - Aug 30, 2024

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Hinchey Brothers Plumbing & Heating

534 Franklin St
Melrose, MA 02176 781-665-3919

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Great customer service and responsiveness with fair prices - Dec 28, 2019

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McCracken Plumbing & Heating

PO Box 650055
Newton, MA 02465 617-969-0518

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My first job with McCracken (~$6000) went fine. They fixed... - Mar 09, 2025

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O'Connell Plumbing

19-A Larchmont Rd
Salem, MA 01970 978-745-2655

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Rapid Response Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning

119 Herbert St
Framingham, MA 01702 781-235-9599

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Richard L Black Plumbing

162 Salem St
Woburn, MA 01801 781-935-8129

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Excellent work, responsive, very fair pricing. - Jul 14, 2024

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William J Malcolm & Son

75 Bay State Rd
Cambridge, MA 02138 617-876-7523

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