Guides
Plumbing guides for Boston homes
Short, sourced answers to the questions Boston homeowners and renters ask before they call a plumber.
- 01CostsWhat does a plumber cost in Boston?Boston plumber rates and job prices for 2026: hourly rates, service call fees, after-hours premiums, drains, water heaters and sewer lines, with sources.Read the guide
- 02LicensingHow to check a plumber's license in MassachusettsLook up a Massachusetts plumber or gas fitter license in two minutes, what master and journeyman mean, permits, insurance and the red flags to watch for.Read the guide
- 03Lead pipesLead water pipes in Boston: how to check yours and get it replaced freeDoes your Boston home have a lead water service? How to check, what BWSC's no-cost private-side replacement covers, how to apply, and what to do meanwhile.Read the guide