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title: "The Helpful Plumber"
description: "The Helpful Plumber is Dan Leonard's plumbing business. Its website says Dan has over 20 years' experience, starting in Pennsylvania learning the craft in "
doc_version: "2026-10-29"
last_updated: "2026-10-29"
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# The Helpful Plumber

**Trade:** Plumbing · **Phone:** (207) 272-3318 · **Website:** https://thehelpfulplumberme.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.5/5** (medium confidence) — from 8 reviews across 6 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 2 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

The Helpful Plumber is Dan Leonard's plumbing business. Its website says Dan has over 20 years' experience, starting in Pennsylvania learning the craft in new construction, and the company says it has been in business for 4 years.

A recent Google customer said Dan's communication was quick and very detailed, and that the finished job lowered their water bill. A 2025 Google reviewer said Dan repaired their solar collection system for solar hot water and replaced their hot water tank. A 2025 Google reviewer said Dan installed a new electric hot water tank on his second visit, left the space clean and labeled everything. A 2025 Google reviewer said he showed up on time, fixed a bathtub leak and cleaned up the area afterward.

In 2026, a Google reviewer said Dan did the plumbing for their new home and helped anchor a heavy stone sink to a stud. A 2025 Google reviewer said Dan had handled plumbing repairs and new installations of drains and plumbing fixtures for them. A 2025 Reddit commenter said Dan does a ton of work for them. Its BBB grade is A.

**Strengths:**
- Detailed communication — a recent customer said it was quick and very detailed
- Water heater install — a 2025 customer said Dan installed an electric tank
- Bathtub leak repair — a 2025 customer said he fixed it and cleaned up

## Claims & citations

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

- The company's website says Dan Leonard has over 20 years' experience, starting in new construction in Pennsylvania _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://thehelpfulplumberme.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Dan Leonard is a Master Plumber with over 20 years’ experience, starting in Pennsylvania learning the craft…”
- A recent customer said communication was quick and very detailed and the job lowered their water bill _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tNNVFsaEVaRFYzVjI1Q2IxSXhkbkF3U0ZaUlJXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkM5QlhEZDV3V25Cb1IxdnAwSFZRRWc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan deserves 10 stars out of 5. The communication was quick and very detailed, excellent pricing and the finished job has lowered our wat…”
- A 2025 customer said Dan installed a new electric hot water tank _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURvcThuTTZ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDoq8nM6wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Where is the 10 star button?  Dan is awesome. We have a few project going on. It seem contractors don't show up, return calls, raise pric…”
- A 2025 customer said Dan repaired a solar hot water collection system and replaced the hot water tank _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25rM2JWUkxWa1JuVmpGM1FVWTBVRkpGZEVaVlpXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnk3bVRLVkRnVjF3QUY0UFJFdEZVZWc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan repaired our solar collection system for solar hot water, and replaced our hot water tank. He is professional, thorough and dependabl…”
- A 2025 customer said Dan showed up on time, fixed a bathtub leak and cleaned up afterward _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25CRlVqQldaVXQ2YTJwcFMzcHBWbXRaZWxGbFJWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnBFUjBWZUt6a2ppS3ppVmtZelFlRVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan is terrific. He's responsive, he communicates well, and he's very knowledgeable. He showed up on time, promptly fixed a bathtub leak,…”
- A 2025 customer said Dan handled plumbing repairs and new drain and fixture installations _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJaVlTUVB3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCIiYSQPw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan does excellent plumbing work. He is knowledgeable, serious and professional. He shows up when he says he will, and he gets the job do…”
- Google shows 5 stars from 8 ratings; BBB grade A _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/me/portland/profile/plumber/the-helpful-plumber-0021-569990) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A”
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Helpful%20Plumber&query_place_id=ChIJL3tYH_rmgmQRbA4zBHTXVDM) — “Google: 5★ from 8 ratings”
- Specializes in Plumbing _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJaVlTUVB3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCIiYSQPw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan does excellent plumbing work. He is knowledgeable, serious and professional. He shows up when he says he will, and he gets the job do…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURvcThuTTZ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDoq8nM6wE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Where is the 10 star button?  Dan is awesome. We have a few project going on. It seem contractors don't show up, return calls, raise pric…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25CRlVqQldaVXQ2YTJwcFMzcHBWbXRaZWxGbFJWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnBFUjBWZUt6a2ppS3ppVmtZelFlRVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan is terrific. He's responsive, he communicates well, and he's very knowledgeable. He showed up on time, promptly fixed a bathtub leak,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ObWJ6WnFVRUZpVUdSMlVDMTJlakpTZFRaMlVYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x3354d77404330e6c!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnNmbzZqUEFiUGR2UC12ejJSdTZ2UXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Dan was awesome! Laid back, reliable, and a good communicator. I feel at ease knowing someone with so much experience did the plumbing fo…”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official ME state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://www.pfr.maine.gov/ALMSOnline/ALMSQuery/SearchIndividual.aspx

## Sources

- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Helpful%20Plumber&query_place_id=ChIJL3tYH_rmgmQRbA4zBHTXVDM): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://thehelpfulplumberme.com): 4 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/portlandme/comments/1llq6uq/in_search_of_reasonably_priced_master_plumber/n01sqga/): 0 community mentions discussing this business
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The%20Helpful%20Plumber&query_place_id=ChIJL3tYH_rmgmQRbA4zBHTXVDM): 5.0★ from 8 ratings
- [Local News](https://www.wired.com/story/waluigi-effect-generative-artificial-intelligence-morality/): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/me/portland/profile/plumber/the-helpful-plumber-0021-569990): Listed on this source

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “thehelpfulplumberme.com” — u/THRWAWAY4447 in r/portlandme (2026-08-05) — https://www.reddit.com/r/portlandme/comments/1vgfv4d/looking_for_a_new_plumber/p1xaidp/
- “I’ll also back Dan the helpful plumber. Dude does a ton of work for me.   Super good guy” — u/ChargeConfident6753 in r/portlandme (2025-06-27) — https://www.reddit.com/r/portlandme/comments/1llq6uq/in_search_of_reasonably_priced_master_plumber/n01sqga/
- “Can vouch for https://thehelpfulplumberme.com/” — u/littleyellowhouse in r/portlandme (2025-06-27) — https://www.reddit.com/r/portlandme/comments/1llq6uq/in_search_of_reasonably_priced_master_plumber/n01iloa/
- “https://thehelpfulplumberme.com/

This guy is very good” — u/znugeman in r/portlandme (2024-05-29) — https://www.reddit.com/r/portlandme/comments/1d2pod2/plumber/l645jjm/

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maine Labpack, Inc. · 2026-09-01**: I’ve had the opportunity to work with Dan through our respective businesses, and although I haven’t personally hired him for plumbing work, I’ve been very impressed with him as a business owner. Dan is professional, responsive, easy to communicate with, and genuinely appreciative of good service. He…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Julie Vorpagel · 2026-07-20**: Dan deserves 10 stars out of 5. The communication was quick and very detailed, excellent pricing and the finished job has lowered our water bill!! Thank you Dan, we will certainly be calling you again.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jennifer Stevenson · 2026-03-26**: Dan was awesome! Laid back, reliable, and a good communicator. I feel at ease knowing someone with so much experience did the plumbing for my new home. He even helped anchor my heavy stone sink to a stud. Will definitely recommend him to anyone who comes asking!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Christopher Chop · 2025-12-11**: Dan is terrific. He's responsive, he communicates well, and he's very knowledgeable. He showed up on time, promptly fixed a bathtub leak, and cleaned up the area after working. I'd highly recommend him!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tim Carbonneau · 2025-12-11**: Dan helped me out in a pinch and was capable, pleasant, and transparent. Would absolutely recommend him!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maureen Harpell · 2025-08-01**: Dan repaired our solar collection system for solar hot water, and replaced our hot water tank. He is professional, thorough and dependable. Highly recommend.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Suzan Elichaa · 2025-04-29**: Where is the 10 star button?  Dan is awesome. We have a few project going on. It seem contractors don't show up, return calls, raise prices, etc.  Dan communicates quickly, he always shows up, when another contractor causes an issue he makes sure it does not impact him completing his jobs.  He is fr…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mari S. · 2025-04-03**: Dan does excellent plumbing work. He is knowledgeable, serious and professional. He shows up when he says he will, and he gets the job done. He has done everything for me from plumbing repairs to new installations of drains and plumbing fixtures. Highly recommended!

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