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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from HINCHEY BROTHERS PLUMBING. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$290 – $710
Typical plumbing job around $500
Hinchey Brothers Plumbing says it has been in business for 42 years and lists a service area of Melrose, Wakefield, Stoneham, Winchester, Saugus, Reading, Medford, Malden and Lynnfield. Its Better Business Bureau profile describes plumbing, heating, gas fitting, new construction, remodeling and emergency service. Its MA plumber license 3251-PL-C is active on the state registry. The company holds an A+ grade from the Better Business Bureau and a 4-star Google rating from 17 ratings. In a February 2025 Google review, a reviewer wrote that the company replaced their hot water tank in under 6 hours from the time they called with their emergency, and called them "extremely fast, communicative and helpful." In a January 2024 Google review, a reviewer who had used a lot of plumbers over 15 years wrote that "Things are done right, the first time," described the plumbers as "prompt, skilled, and clean up after themselves," and said they most recently replaced the kitchen garbage disposal. A March 2025 Google review about a new toilet read "fast, quiet, clean, professional." In a 2023 Google review, a reviewer described "Professional, knowledgeable staff" who showed up on time and resolved issues. In a January 2025 Google review, a reviewer wrote that their elderly parents were charged $200 for a 15-minute visit in which they were told their couch was too close to the radiator. In an October 2025 Google review, a reviewer wrote that they were charged a $190 visit fee for a technician's 2–3 minute visit, a fee the representative they first spoke with had not mentioned. The same reviewer wrote that when they called back, a person named Kenny began by saying, "Well, if you told us the truth from the beginning and didn’t lie to us, we would have known what the issue was."
I would never call this company again — what a complete disappointment and unfair experience. Our management company requires us to use this vendor, as they’re the only plumbing company authorized to service water-related issues in our unit. The technician was in our home for no more than 2–3 minutes, yet we were charged $190. At no point did the representative I initially spoke with mention this fee. She simply said they would need to send a technician to assess the situation and determine whether it was an HOA or unit issue before deciding who would be responsible for the charges. Naturally, I agreed — expecting transparency. After the technician’s extremely brief visit, I was shocked to be told there was a $190 visit charge. When I called back for clarification, the same representative apologized, admitting she had failed to mention the charge. She then transferred me to someone named Kenny, who began the conversation by saying, “Well, if you told us the truth from the beginning and didn’t lie to us, we would have known what the issue was.” That statement was not only unprofessional but deeply disrespectful. I was calling to report a maintenance concern I didn’t fully understand — not to be accused of lying. This experience was unacceptable from start to finish — poor communication, lack of transparency, and completely inappropriate behavior from a company that’s supposed to provide professional service. No one should be treated or spoken to this way, and I strongly urge management to reconsider their partnership with this vendor. I will make sure everyone in the city know how they treat customers and they are a total rip off- I'm only giving 1 star because there is no -1
new toilet. fast, quiet, clean, professional, highly recommend.
Very thankful for Hinchey Brothers Plumbing, who replaced our hot water tank in under 6 hours from the time we called them with our emergency to getting it fixed! They were extremely fast, communicative and helpful. Would highly recommend!
Charged my elderly parents (English is their second language) $200 for showing up for 15 minutes and telling them their couch was too close to the radiator. I would’ve understood $50 bucks for your time and showing up, hell even $100. But when I saw their invoice and what was written in it I was furious. Do yourself a favor and find a more honest plumber, trust me it won’t be hard. Got my parents switched to my plumber now who wouldn't have charged them a dime for that nonsense. Just want the community to know how these guys operate.
Best plumber ever-responsive, reasonable, and kindest administrative assistant ever!
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