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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
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Serving Melrose, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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H L Bowman
4.8(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had plumbing leaks in a couple of places, but the men that did the work went above and beyond by replacing every component involved top to bottom to ensure there would be no leaks for a long time to come. Very satisfied with the quality of work as well as how quickly it was done."
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Spencer Home Services
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they installed and replace main water supply pipe. They responded to my call with in 15 minutes and evaluated issue and gave me a fair price, staff showed up and was friendly and professional and efficient form start to finish, they were a great crew, good work and very knowledgeable gave great peace of mind this is a old house and my frustration with the water main pipe was very trying , Sheila was a great help in prompt service for my needs. they all were very helpful and professional I would certainly recommend this company and use them again for my needs."
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+9

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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed our boiler replaced and had multiple companies come and look at the job. We ended up selecting Sila as we read good reviews on the company. Sila surpassed our expectations. The tech who performed the install (Gage) was on time, communicated the entire process to us from start to finish and did a tremendous job. He also made sure to clean up afterwards and was very professional. We would absolutely hire Sila again!"
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+6

Response time2 days
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Heritage Home Service
4.5(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two Heritage plumbers replaced a leaking silcock that was long in need of replacement at our home in Methuen, MA. The two plumbers did a great job, were very professional and had a great sense of humor. Very happy with the quality of work. Ted "
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+27

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mac Home Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"MAC HVAC and Air Conditioning was an excellent experience. They were professional, and polite. I needed an air conditioner installed through the wall, so they had to order it. Not in stock. They kept us informed up to actually coming here to perform the install. They installed the A/C without a hitch cleaned up and it was nobody was here. I highly recommend their services."
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+6

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by30%of homeowners
FAQs for sewer main install, replace or repair projects in Melrose, MA

When installing a sewer line, you should consider extra costs like tree removal, driveway repairs, or patio resurfacing. Hiring a professional plumber is essential, and you may need additional specialists if landscaping or heavy excavation is involved. Addressing these potential extras up front helps ensure accurate budgeting and prevents sudden cost overruns.

To calculate the length of sewer piping you need, measure the distance from your house to the main sewer line, adding the depth of the city main to this distance. Be sure to account for any obstacles like tree roots or utility lines that may require additional piping.

City sewer lines are installed at a lower elevation to prevent unwanted backflow and water damage. This lower positioning ensures enhanced performance and long-term safety, meeting all technical and safety standards.

With trenchless methods, a plumber inserts a smaller pipe within the existing plumbing, avoiding full excavation. It can be more cost-effective and less disruptive than traditional methods, but it's not suitable for all homes.

Yes, you must secure permission from your local water authority before connecting to a public sewer line. This approval ensures your connection meets all regulatory requirements.

Sewer lines are buried between 18 inches and 8 feet deep, with most systems placed between 18 and 30 inches. In colder regions, pipes are set deeper to remain below the frost line.

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