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Avatar for Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
4.8(
101
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am reminded again why it is so priceless to find a contractor you can trust to keep things up and running. I managed to break one of the blades in my existing disposal, so I ordered a replacement unit and called Platinum Plumbing to set up an appointment to get it installed. While in the course of emptying the contents of my under-sink cabinets, as Murphy's Law would have it, I discovered evidence of a pretty serious leak. Although the initial appointment was just to replace the disposal, I told Robert about the leak I had discovered, and he quickly diagnosed it as a faulty faucet. Thankfully, he had a gorgeous Kohler faucet & spray attachment in stock in his truck, so he was able to swap out the faulty faucet for a very nice upgraded replacement. He also discovered a serious crack in the original copper pipe feeding out of the sink drain, so he cut the cracked piece out and put in the necessary fittings to get everything back ship-shape and leak-free. As always, Robert did absolutely fantastic work on everything, and cleaned up after he was done -- I almost hate to admit it, but I'm actually looking forward to washing the dishes tonight. The price was absolutely fair for all that he did, as well. I love doing business with Robert -- he always arrives at the promised time, is very friendly and professional, clearly knows his stuff, and shows you what's going on before (and after) he does the work. Highly recommended for any job, big or small!"
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Response time12 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wendel's team worked extremely efficiently to complete my full perimeter interior french drain and sump pump installation after a previous contractor stopped showing up for the work. They were done in a day when the previous project was taking months."
Response time12 hrs
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Floros Plumbing and Heating
4.9(
407
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"Petros and his assistant got to my house quickly, diagnosed the problem and gave me some options. They fixed the problem quickly and went the extra mile to install a new cleanout in my basement so it would be easier to snake the drain in the future. Petros took the time to explain what he had done and why. He was very friendly, easy to deal with and he charged me a fair price. I will definitely be calling Floros Plumbing from now on!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
4.4(
200
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"I had a pleasant experience with this company. Ari was very thorough and knowledgeable. He did an excellent job clearing a clog in the kitchen sink drain, locating the clog and providing possible solutions."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.6(
26
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent service. I had a sump pump system put in 10 years ago by Rescon. Never had any problems with it, worked great. This weekend with all the rain the pump stopped working. I called there emergency line and a service technician called me back in less than an hour. They were at my house in less the 2 hours fixing my pump. They did charge me an emergency dispatch fee for the service call but I guess that s expected on a weekend. Overall it was excellent service and I am very happy I chose this company."
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Response time12 hrs
197 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,397
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was fairly straightforward and I had already procured the sink and most of the additional supplies but the job required some replumbing of both the water supply and drain. The master plumber worked efficiently and professionally and the job was completed in a few hours. The cost was determined from a standard table in a notebook but does not take into account the complexity of the job or whether materials are supplied by owner. Since I supplied most of the materials (plumber supplied valves and pipe and drain fittings) the price seemed rather high for around 3 hours work. However, I've had no professional plumbing work done recently and thus have nothing to compare it to. The plumber was very pleasant and professional and the work of high quality. I have no other complaints."
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+6

Response time2 days
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
4.9(
31
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went extremely well. Jeff told me the options and talked me through each of them. Once decision was made, he scheduled everything and was done within a week. Removed old oil burner and tank. Installed new Rinnai combi unit, so now there was more room in basement for my clutter. He went above and beyond. Did such a good job, we hired him to redo our bathroom and received the same, excellent work. We will be keeping him on our speed dial for any other work that we will be doing in the future."
Navien 95% combi boiler install
steam oil to natural gas conversion
Navien boiler
Navien Boiler
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Addario, Inc.
3.5(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Applied for 0% Mass Save heat loan with Addarioâ s Services, and now have a Bosch Bova1.0, 18 Seer heat pump installed today 2-19-21. The only slight glitch was waiting for two parts to modify my old Thermo Pride oil furnace to make it work correctly. I highly recommend Addarioâ s Services for a prompts accurate estimate, installation, and very friendly customer service."
Burnham Alpine Boiler and an Indirect water heater
Burnham Alpine boiler and a separate Ondemand wat
2 Rinnai Combi Boilers
Rinnai on-demand water heater
4 Zone Rinnai Combi Boiler

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Response time1 day
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for sump pump or interior foundation drains installation projects in Reading, MA

Most residential pumps draw approximately 1,300 to 2,900 watts when they first start, then settle at roughly 800 to 1,050 watts during normal operation. The exact number depends on the motor’s horsepower and how often the float switch tells the pump to run. Even at the high end, the electricity cost is minor compared with the expense of cleaning up a flooded basement.

Grab a ruler and an empty 18‑inch‑wide pit. During a steady rain, time how much the water rises in one minute. Multiply that depth (in inches) by 60 to calculate gallons per hour, then add 50% for safety. If the result tops 2,100 gallons per hour—about 35 gallons a minute—you’ll need a 3/4‑horsepower unit. Anything lower, and a 1/3- or 1/2-horsepower pump should do the trick.

Loud rattling, constant cycling, or shuddering vibrations are the pump’s way of telling you it’s on its last legs. Musty smells, higher electric bills, and visible rust are other red flags. If the unit is 10 years old or older and exhibits any of these symptoms, replace it before the next heavy rain turns your basement into a wading pool.

You don’t have to hire a licensed plumber, but you should still bring in someone who installs sump pumps for a living—whether that’s a plumber, basement‑waterproofing specialist, or experienced handyman. They know the local codes, can wire the pump safely, and will test the system before they leave. Skipping professional help might void the warranty and could leave you with a pump that fails when you need it most.

Not every basement needs a pump, but if your home sits in a floodplain, has a high water table, or has ever taken on water during a storm, a sump pump is inexpensive insurance. For basements that only struggle with condensation or the occasional damp spot, sealing cracks and improving drainage may be all that is needed.

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