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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from HL Bowman Inc Plumbing Heating & AC. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$290 – $710
Typical plumbing job around $500
HL Bowman has been a family-run plumbing, heating and AC business since 1946, today run by Dennis and Bryan Enders and family, and it operates at real scale — nearly 900 reviews on file describe everything from same-day toilet repairs to full furnace and AC replacements across central Pennsylvania and into parts of New England, including the Massachusetts customers served from this Braintree location. Recent reviews are dominated by praise for individual technicians by name — Hamza, Julien, Mike Farley, Duy Nguyen, Gavin Marino and others show up again and again for clear communication, on-time arrivals, and clean work, whether it's a new gas furnace and heat pump system, a cracked toilet replacement, or a same-day clogged drain fix. One June 2026 review described a full furnace and AC install completed by a licensed electrician and lead installer working together to bring the system up to code; another described text and appointment reminders that made scheduling painless. Several other reviews describe a very different experience on bigger-ticket estimates: one homeowner was quoted $28,000 to replace a failed combo boiler, another $23,000 for a repair that ended up costing $200 with a different plumber, and a third called a $2,000-plus quote for a leaky pipe replacement "inflated" after hiring someone else for a couple hundred dollars. A separate 2026 review said the company had purchased a Waltham business called Winters and, since then, hadn't honored a warranty on equipment installed the year before, leaving two elderly homeowners without heat. The Better Business Bureau lists 45 complaints on file for the company, though it remains a BBB member. HL Bowman's Massachusetts plumbing license is active on the state registry. For routine plumbing and HVAC service, the day-to-day experience here looks strong and well-documented; for a big-ticket repair or replacement, get a second quote before signing anything, given how often the estimates on those larger jobs have drawn complaints.
Excellent professional installation of new gas furnace & AC heat pump system. Effectively brought installation up to code. Work completed promptly. LEAD Installer Kyle Moore and team, and electrician James Cobbs, were highly knowledgeable, committed to excellence, and delivered quality service. Highly recommended!
When I purchased my home in 2019, it was only about ten years old, so HVAC wasn’t top of mind. Fast forward to 2026, and I realized both of my central air units in this 3,000 sq/ft home were approaching 17 years old—well beyond their expected lifespan. My second-floor system was diagnosed with an irreparable leak, and the first-floor unit was clearly not far behind. After receiving multiple estimates that all came in around the same range and some too high. I was fortunate to be referred to Airton Andrade and his team member, Andrew Guilfoyle at HL Bowman. THE "A" team From the start, Airton provided a highly professional experience. His estimates were detailed and included multiple options for equipment, warranties, and financing. As someone in the automotive business, I really appreciate clear, visual, written estimates—it made it easy for my wife and me to evaluate what made the most sense for our forever home. The entire process—from the initial home visit, to selecting the right system, to the day of installation—was absolutely seamless. The team was knowledgeable, transparent, and genuinely helpful. At no point did I feel pressured, which made a big difference given the size of the investment. Andrew and his installation team arrived early, stayed on schedule, and were professional and friendly throughout the entire day. We’re extremely happy with our decision to go with HL Bowman. This was a major investment that adds real value to our home, and we feel confident we made the right choice. Thank you again to Airton and Andrew for delivering such an outstanding experience.
Installed a new kitchen faucet, no more leaks and that is great.
Gavin Marino is a star. He is very clear. Explains option. Does the work well.
Very professional , called this am in panic . Quick response. Unable to use kitchen sink . Pipe unable to snake pipe out . 65 + old , needed to be replaced in cellar with all new PVC pipe. Nuy worked very hard , multi trips up and down stairs . Everything works as it should now .
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