# Rano Plumbing and Heating

**Trade:** Plumbing · **Phone:** (508) 397-8451 · **Website:** https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com/?utm_source=omg-gbp&utm_medium=webclick · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.6/5** (medium confidence) — from 19 reviews across 3 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 4 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Rano Plumbing & Heating is a Millbury-based residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond. The company’s website says it handles repairs, upgrades, maintenance, water heaters, boilers, drains, gas-line work, and heating systems, and offers 24/7 emergency service; its contact page identifies Nicholas Rano with Massachusetts plumber license PL36497-J.

Nineteen Google reviews from January 2025 through July 2026 consistently describe Nick and the team as professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and clear about options and pricing. Customers describe copper-to-PEX updates, toilets and faucets, shower piping, water-heater replacement, natural-gas stove installation, boiler and heating work, leak repairs, and emergency calls. Several reviewers mention on-time arrivals, fast responses, clean work areas, and explanations that helped them make informed decisions.

Before booking, confirm the exact written scope for plumbing versus heating work and ask which technician and license applies to the job. The website states 24/7 emergency availability, while regular hours are Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; confirm after-hours pricing and response expectations before an urgent call.

Rano appears suited to homeowners and businesses needing routine plumbing, heating upgrades, water-heater work, or urgent leak and pipe repairs. Customers consistently describe transparent estimates and dependable follow-through, but the scope and timing should still be documented before work begins.

**Strengths:**
- Emergency response — website states 24/7 availability
- Clear explanations — reviewers praise informed recommendations
- Water heater work — replacement and repair experiences cited
- Transparent pricing — customers mention fair, reasonable costs

**Concerns:**
- After-hours pricing — confirm emergency rates and response expectations
- Job scope — document plumbing versus heating work before booking
- License assignment — confirm which technician and credential apply

## Claims & citations

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

- Rano describes itself as a Millbury residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com) — “Rano Plumbing & Heating is a Millbury-based residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond…”
- The registry verifies Massachusetts plumber license 36497-PL-J under Nicholas Rano. _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page) — “MA plumber license 36497-PL-J registry-verified active — registry holder of record: Nicholas Rano”
- The website lists plumbing repairs, upgrades, maintenance, drains, water heaters, boilers, heating systems, and gas-line work. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com) — “Rano Plumbing & Heating is a Millbury-based residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond…”
- Customers repeatedly praise professional workmanship, knowledge, communication, and on-time service. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVFoxSnNUakZVTkZSa2RtOUxOVzFRYkhjeVNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhTZ1JsTjFUNFRkdm9LNW1QbHcySGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing. Arrived on time, fair price, knowledgeable and professional! Highly recommend calling Nick …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pOaWFWZFBPVVpTUjBSNVUzTkljMUF3VkRWaVFXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjNiaVdPOUZSR0R5U3NIc1AwVDViQWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I don’t usually write reviews, but Nick from Rano Plumbing absolutely deserves one. The level of professionalism and craftsma…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KMU9XUmlXVXgwTmpjMFJUTm1RV1puVTB4bGJXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJ1OWRiWUx0Njc0RTNmQWZnU0xlbWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing! Nick, the owner, was fantastic to work with—professional, responsive, and extremely knowled…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w5TmFYQnJUamQ1WW5GZlZFSmxaMGhqV1ZoYVltYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOl9NaXBrTjd5YnFfVEJlZ0hjWVhaYmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Excellent and helpful from start to finish! Quick response and showed up on time. The gentleman was able to diagnose the issue and fixed …”
- Reviews describe water-heater replacement, leak and burst-pipe repairs, heating work, and gas-stove installation. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21KUmMwbzFZVzVHVTBaVWEyd3pORkJ0VWs1aVYxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmJRc0o1YW5GU0ZUa2wzNFBtUk5iV1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Nick really came to my rescue. I had tried for several months to find a qualified installer to put a natural gas, free-standing stove in …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tORFJra3RRMTh5Um1kV2FGcE5hMlpWYW04MFdtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNDRkktQ18yRmdWaFpNa2ZVam80Wmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Have an aging house from 1959 and Nick has been able to update some of my copper to pex which increased pressure (happy surprise). He's a…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2taMk5GSlZNREk1V210MWFYQjFRVEE1U1dneGFWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkZ2NFJVMDI5Wmt1aXB1QTA5SWgxaVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Nick fixed my pipes to the shower after hours. There was a burst pipe in a wall. He saved me from an immense emergency.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xKRWJ6RnlTRnAyZDNZeVIwcFliazFYY2pKelpGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlJEbzFySFp2d3YyR0pYbk1XcjJzZFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My hot water heater died and it was past working hours, I called and Nick came out right away! The very next day I had my water heater an…”
- Customers cite fair or reasonable pricing and clear explanations without pressure. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVFoxSnNUakZVTkZSa2RtOUxOVzFRYkhjeVNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhTZ1JsTjFUNFRkdm9LNW1QbHcySGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing. Arrived on time, fair price, knowledgeable and professional! Highly recommend calling Nick …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pOaWFWZFBPVVpTUjBSNVUzTkljMUF3VkRWaVFXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjNiaVdPOUZSR0R5U3NIc1AwVDViQWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I don’t usually write reviews, but Nick from Rano Plumbing absolutely deserves one. The level of professionalism and craftsma…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2psbVMwYzFkbFJNYjFGUFMxSTBTVVZKYzNGdlJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjlmS0c1dlRMb1FPS1I0SUVJc3FvRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rano Plumbing and Heating was fantastic! When I had a plumbing issue, they didn't just come to fix the problem, but they took the time to…”
- The website states 24/7 emergency plumbing availability. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com) — “Rano Plumbing & Heating is a Millbury-based residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond…”
- Google shows 5 stars from 20 ratings and the packet includes 19 distinct written reviews. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Rano%20Plumbing%20and%20Heating&query_place_id=ChIJJ8--gPwLLGURQKsZsWg36E4) — “Google: 5★ from 20 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVFoxSnNUakZVTkZSa2RtOUxOVzFRYkhjeVNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhTZ1JsTjFUNFRkdm9LNW1QbHcySGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing. Arrived on time, fair price, knowledgeable and professional! Highly recommend calling Nick …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2psbVMwYzFkbFJNYjFGUFMxSTBTVVZKYzNGdlJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjlmS0c1dlRMb1FPS1I0SUVJc3FvRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rano Plumbing and Heating was fantastic! When I had a plumbing issue, they didn't just come to fix the problem, but they took the time to…”
- Specializes in Plumbing _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com) — “Rano Plumbing & Heating is a Millbury-based residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oVFoxSnNUakZVTkZSa2RtOUxOVzFRYkhjeVNHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhTZ1JsTjFUNFRkdm9LNW1QbHcySGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing. Arrived on time, fair price, knowledgeable and professional! Highly recommend calling Nick …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tORFJra3RRMTh5Um1kV2FGcE5hMlpWYW04MFdtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNDRkktQ18yRmdWaFpNa2ZVam80Wmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Have an aging house from 1959 and Nick has been able to update some of my copper to pex which increased pressure (happy surprise). He's a…”
- Also offers HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com) — “Rano Plumbing & Heating is a Millbury-based residential and commercial plumbing and heating company serving Central Massachusetts and beyond…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2prNFZEUnBhV1JHVVhST1JXUkJRVkIxVXpGSWNrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4ee83768b119ab40!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjk4VDRpaWRGUXRORWRBQVB1UzFIckE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Rano Plumbing and Heating did a fantastic job at my home basement! Nick is very reliable, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The h…”

## License

Status: **active** (#36497-PL-J, plumber) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-08-24, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Rano%20Plumbing%20and%20Heating&query_place_id=ChIJJ8--gPwLLGURQKsZsWg36E4): 5.0★ from 20 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Rano%20Plumbing%20and%20Heating&query_place_id=ChIJJ8--gPwLLGURQKsZsWg36E4): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.ranoplumbingandheating.com): Self-reported profile and service details

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Elizabeth Carneiro · 2026-07-24**: We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing. Arrived on time, fair price, knowledgeable and professional! Highly recommend calling Nick for your plumbing and heating needs.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Chris Santos · 2026-07-23**: Expedient plumbers. Got the food extractor working in less of an hour. Can't recommend them enough.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lizzy Flanagan · 2026-03-25**: Nick is a rare gem! He's incredibly knowledgeable, a seasoned professional, kind, and honest-- all the things that can feel hard to find. I'm SO glad I met him during my kitchen renovation. Now, he's my go-to!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · d P · 2026-03-07**: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I don’t usually write reviews, but Nick from Rano Plumbing absolutely deserves one. The level of professionalism and craftsmanship he brings is honestly the best I’ve seen in the plumbing industry.

From the start, Nick was incredibly thorough. He came out, looked over everything careful…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lil Burnat · 2026-01-21**: Nick really came to my rescue. I had tried for several months to find a qualified installer to put a natural gas, free-standing stove in my basement and nobody was willing to take on the project until I contacted Rano Plumbing. Nick went over and above expectations, even talking to the Town Gas Insp…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Cindy Larassa · 2026-01-17**: We had a great experience with Rano Plumbing! Nick, the owner, was fantastic to work with—professional, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable. He showed up on time, explained everything clearly, and got the job done efficiently with no surprises. It’s refreshing to work with a company that’s hones…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael H · 2026-01-12**: Have an aging house from 1959 and Nick has been able to update some of my copper to pex which increased pressure (happy surprise). He's also replaced a toilet for me, updated my slop sink in the basement as well as update my exterior faucets. Her was also able to reroute some ugly pipes going across…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · shawn sadowski · 2026-01-09**: Completely professional.  Had a late night emergency. Very reasonable on cost and kept the area clean . Highly recommend
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Samira Gonzalez · 2026-01-06**: Rano Plumbing and Heating did a fantastic job at my home basement! Nick is very reliable, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The heating and plumbing work was done on time and explained clearly. I Highly recommend them.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Derek DePaolo · 2026-01-06**: Nick fixed my pipes to the shower after hours. There was a burst pipe in a wall. He saved me from an immense emergency.

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