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Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from PGD 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
PGD Plumbing and Heating is a Whitman-based plumbing company run by Paul Downey, offering plumbing repair, water heater installation, gas piping, and heating system work across the South Shore. Reviews from 2024 on Google consistently describe Paul as fast, responsive, and reasonably priced, often arriving the same day or next day for emergencies. Specific jobs described include a same-day replacement of a failed hot water heater, a shower leak and outdoor spigot repair, a rotting gas heater exhaust vent replaced as a safety hazard, a large basement drainage pipe replacement, and plumbing work for a generator installation. Several reviewers say they plan to use Paul for future projects or have already called him back for multiple jobs, and multiple reviews specifically praise his communication and fair pricing. The company's Massachusetts plumber license is listed by the state registry as expired. Separately, PGD's Angi and HomeAdvisor listings, which mirror the same five reviews, include one review ending with an unedited template instruction telling the writer to customize it with specific details — a sign of AI- or template-generated content rather than a genuine account — and Angi lists the business as 'Not Angi Approved.' PGD Plumbing and Heating holds a 5-star average from 21 Google ratings, with a substantial, detailed, and consistently positive review history for emergency plumbing, heating, and water heater work in the Whitman and South Shore area.
I needed help fast. Response was great and problem was resolved
Paul did a great job on repairing a shower leak and replacing two outdoor spigots. My wife got his name through facebook and I called and left a message. He returned the call the same day to setup an appointment the next day. He did the work a day after I gave him the go ahead. He also replaced a rotting pipe elbow at no charge. We noticed the shower replacement needed an adjustment so we called Paul and he came over that same day to do the adjustment. You hardly ever get this type of service from a contractor and at a fair price Scott from Carver
Paul was outstanding, fast and efficient. I will definitely recommend him to others
Our hot water heater went down on a Sunday. The next morning I had a new heater installed at a great price and professionally done. Explained the process and answered any questions. Paul is now our plumber for life.
Paul was great to work with! Quick and efficient and took care of the problem with our toilet right away! Would highly recommend him to friends and family who are in need of a Plumber!
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Persistent problem-solving5.0
Rapid emergency response5.0
Active MA plumbing license3.4
Skilled diagnostics3.8