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title: "Advance Plumbing & Heating (Drain Cleaning, Heating Contractor, Plumber)"
description: "Advance Plumbing & Heating says it has been in business for 60 years, and its website lists a service area that includes Avon, Berlin, Bristol, Meriden, Mi"
doc_version: "2026-10-15"
last_updated: "2026-10-15"
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# Advance Plumbing & Heating (Drain Cleaning, Heating Contractor, Plumber)

**Trade:** Plumbing · **Phone:** (860) 347-7586 · **Website:** http://www.advanceplumbingheating.com/middletown-plumber-ct · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.0/5** (medium confidence) — from 109 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Advance Plumbing & Heating says it has been in business for 60 years, and its website lists a service area that includes Avon, Berlin, Bristol, Meriden, Middletown and New Britain. The company advertises 24/7 emergency service. Its Google page shows 4.9 stars from 178 ratings.

A 2024 customer said they had a frozen pipe the day before Christmas Eve, that Tammy scheduled them for the next morning, and that Chris came on time and fixed the issue. A 2024 customer wrote that Mike directed them on managing a leaking water heater over Thanksgiving until he could replace it early the next morning. A 2024 reviewer said the company replaced an electric water heater and a 38-year-old gas boiler in a day and a couple of follow-up visits.

A 2025 customer said Greg was sent out within the hour after a water detection alarm went off on their water heater, and that he fixed the issue. A 2025 customer said Devin diagnosed a metallic whine from their furnace and ordered a replacement part. A 2024 customer said Donnie figured out what was wrong with a drain after a different drain company had come out on three separate occasions.

A 2024 customer said they called at 8am about a leaking bathroom faucet, that Dwight was at the door at 11:30am with a replacement faucet in his truck, and that the job was done within an hour. A 2024 review from a multifamily housing development said the company had been its first choice for 10 years.

**Strengths:**
- Frozen-pipe fix — a 2024 customer said Chris fixed it on Christmas Eve
- Same-day faucet swap — a 2024 customer said the job took under an hour
- Drain diagnosis — a 2024 customer said Donnie figured out what was wrong
- Boiler replacement — a 2024 reviewer said it was done in a day plus follow-ups

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Says it has been in business for 60 years _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.advanceplumbingheating.com) — “Self-reported 60 years in business”
- Lists a service area including Avon, Berlin, Bristol, Meriden, Middletown and New Britain _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.advanceplumbingheating.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Avon, Berlin, Bloomfield, Bristol, Cromwell, East Hampton, East Hartford, Farmington, Glastonbury, Hart…”
- Advertises 24/7 emergency service _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.advanceplumbingheating.com) — “Stated offer (self-reported): 24/7 emergency service”
- 4.9 stars from 178 Google ratings _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Advance%20Plumbing%20%26%20Heating%20(Drain%20Cleaning%2C%20Heating%20Contractor%2C%20Plumber)&query_place_id=ChIJaderMz425okRuNpOP0yDpSI) — “Google: 4.9★ from 178 ratings”
- A 2024 customer said Chris fixed a frozen pipe on Christmas Eve after Tammy scheduled the visit _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR2eDRhQ0lREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDvx4aCIQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Nothing but great things to say here. The day before Christmas Eve I had a frozen pipe. I called several companies, with no luck to get s…”
- A 2024 reviewer said an electric water heater and a 38-year-old gas boiler were replaced in a day and a couple of follow-up visits _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzXzlldnFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID3_9evqAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Replaced my electric hot water heater and 38 year old gas boiler in a day and a couple of follow-up visits; all were done with responsive…”
- A 2024 customer said Donnie figured out a drain problem after a different drain company came out three times _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2cXJMNXBBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICvqrL5pAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Donnie was absolutely amazing!! He was so professional and determined to figure out the issue I was having with my drain issue. I had ano…”
- A 2024 customer said a leaking bathroom faucet was replaced the same day, within an hour of Dwight's arrival _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMeDRMcnp3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDLx4LrzwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Excellent same day service. Called at 8am in need of help for leaking bathroom faucet. At 11:30am, repairman Dwight was at my door. He qu…”
- Furnace installation, described by a 2024 customer _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYa3VxRXV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDXkuqEuwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ The crew at Advance Plumbing and Heating was very efficient, prompt, professional and courteous to our needs installing a new gas furnace…”
- Specializes in Plumbing _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNfeGVtZ0N3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC_xemgCw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Donny was on time and did a very good job on the sink drain.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYdElYbEJnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDXtIXlBg%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Advance Plumbing has been our plumbing "go to" for years. We always get a quick response and service is always excellent. Today we needed…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYcGUtNzJnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDXpe-72gE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I received excellent plumbing services from Advance. The technician cleared a kitchen sink clog, installed a new garbage disposal, and re…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMeDRMcnp3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDLx4LrzwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Excellent same day service. Called at 8am in need of help for leaking bathroom faucet. At 11:30am, repairman Dwight was at my door. He qu…”
- Specializes in HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNiczVMZk1REAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICbs5LfMQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Awesome customer service! Called back within 24 hours and set up an appointment with us. They sent out their HVAC guy Ethen. He listened …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURQNjc2Z25BRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDP676gnAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ When the furnace began making a metallic whine on and off, I immediately called Advance. Devin diagnosed the problem and ordered a replac…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzXzlldnFBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID3_9evqAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Replaced my electric hot water heater and 38 year old gas boiler in a day and a couple of follow-up visits; all were done with responsive…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURYa3VxRXV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x22a5834c3f4edab8!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDXkuqEuwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ The crew at Advance Plumbing and Heating was very efficient, prompt, professional and courteous to our needs installing a new gas furnace…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official CT state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx

## Sources

- [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/Construction/comments/zzmflj/plumbing_business_owners_of_reddit_how_much_are/lq1ora4/): 0 community mentions discussing this business
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Advance%20Plumbing%20%26%20Heating%20(Drain%20Cleaning%2C%20Heating%20Contractor%2C%20Plumber)&query_place_id=ChIJaderMz425okRuNpOP0yDpSI): 4.9★ from 178 ratings
- [Local News](https://www.forbes.com/home-improvement/plumbing/local-plumbers/plumbers-hartford-ct/): Listed on this source
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Advance%20Plumbing%20%26%20Heating%20(Drain%20Cleaning%2C%20Heating%20Contractor%2C%20Plumber)&query_place_id=ChIJaderMz425okRuNpOP0yDpSI): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.advanceplumbingheating.com): 60 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Thigpen · 2025-05-12**: Awesome customer service! Called back within 24 hours and set up an appointment with us. They sent out their HVAC guy Ethen. He listened  to the situation and went straight to work on our central air unit that was leaking. Thank you!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Karen Smith · 2025-02-22**: Advance is always my trusted go to, great work and fairly priced.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Cynthia Tynan · 2025-02-21**: GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM OFFICE STAFF TO JOEY THE PLUMBER, WE WILL LOOK TO USE YOU GUYS IF ANY PLUMBING PROBLEMS EXSIT AGAIN GREAT COMPANY
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · J Kup · 2025-02-20**: Water detection alarm went off on my water heater while I was not home but my wife was. She called me and I called Advance and they sent Greg out within the hour.  He fixed the issue and explained it throughly to me over the phone. We could not be happier with their service and knowledge.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bob Smith · 2025-02-13**: Greg is great. Quality work and very pleasant to work with. I will continue to tell other’s about Advanced
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Linda Alexander-Cowdery · 2025-02-09**: Excellent work.  Please thank Guy Mato!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Valerie Brown · 2025-02-08**: Always a pleasure to with this vendor. They are high quality, customer focus and guarantee their work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Hillary Stevens · 2025-02-02**: When the furnace began making a metallic whine on and off, I immediately called Advance. Devin diagnosed the problem and ordered a replacement part. I'm never disappointed in the quality of Advance's work.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · william brown · 2025-01-30**: Donovan Desjardins has now helped us on two occasions for separate issues and his attitude and work has been excellent.  He has been on time and has answered all our questions.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Peter Jackson · 2025-01-29**: Advanced plumbing was great! Joey had to come to my home quite a few times for a large job and he really did an excellent job. From the start he was friendly, efficient, thorough and always on time. Not once through this process was it difficult to work with him and the completed work is really outs…

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