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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Howley Plumbing and Heating. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
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$290 – $710
Typical plumbing job around $500
Howley Plumbing and Heating is based in Bolton, Massachusetts and presents itself as a plumbing and heating contractor. Thumbtack lists eight years in business, a verified Massachusetts journeyman plumber license, three employees, and ten projects; BuildZoom lists 94 permitted projects and services spanning plumbing, heating, boilers, water heaters, gas piping, renovations, faucet replacement, and leak investigations. Recent Thumbtack customers describe prompt responses, same-day or next-morning attention, water-heater repair, bathroom plumbing, faucet work, and reverse-osmosis and waste-pipe repairs. They consistently mention reasonable prices, clear arrival communication, tidy work, and professional service. There is one older, detailed BuildZoom complaint from September 2022. The reviewer said a wall-mounted sink fell two years after installation because it was fastened into sheetrock, and said follow-up attempts received no response. That review conflicts with the newer Thumbtack pattern of positive communication, so ask about installation methods, workmanship warranty, and how callbacks are handled. Howley is a strong fit for routine residential plumbing, heating, water-heater, fixture, and gas work when the scope is clear. Before booking, confirm the current status of license #33268: BuildZoom lists the Massachusetts plumbing license as active but separately says its heater-contractor record was unable to verify.
I had a great experience with Howley Plumbing. I received a response within an hour along with the probable cause of the issue I described. Howley showed up promptly, diagnosed the problem and fixed it. Reasonably priced and very personable. I’d definitely recommend them and would call on them again for any future plumbing issues.
Shane was great. Very professional and polite too, which you don’t see a lot these days. Notified us of arrival time, completed the job quickly and neatly and charged a very reasonable price. We’re saving his contact information for our next job. A+++
Excellent service! Shane fixed my water heater quickly and arrived right on time. The work was done professionally, and the fee was very reasonable. I truly appreciate the prompt and efficient service. Highly recommended!
Shane re-did the plumbing in an old bathroom. Very responsive, timely, and respectful of our house and time. Overall, great experience and will hire him again for more work
Shane was exceptional! I contacted him for service on my reverse osmosis system which was flooding under my kitchen sink. To my pleasant surprise, he arrived the next morning. He was done in minutes, getting right to the source of the problem, and resolved it immediately. I had another plumbing issue with a sagging waste pipe, and he graciously addressed that as well. Again, in a matter of minutes. He did not charge extra for that, but I paid him another $50 for being so professional, and kind to go the extra mile. I now have a new contract that I treasure, and will never call anyone else. He’s the best, with a rare customer based work ethic. I highly recommend Howley Plumbing & Heating!!!…Read more
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