Since 1932, Horvitz Plumbing & Heating has been providing professional plumbing and heating services in the greater metro-Boston area. Our reliability, craftsmanship and dedication to customer service cannot be matched!
Business highlights
93 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
M. Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. is licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to provide plumbing, heating, gas fitting and pipe fitting services. We specialize in service and repairs assisting homeowners, condominium owners and small commercial customers.
Services we don't offer
Oil fired systems, hot air furnaces, hvac (cooling, radiant heat) and clearing main drain stoppages.
They seem to be professional and knows what they are talking about. They do good work.
Description of Work: I used them for heating needs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Meena M.
07/2016
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Excellent! The booking person was very friendly and got me a plumber within 48 hours of my call. He was very professional and did a great and quick job. No hidden or added prices. Just clear, professional and a well done job.
Description of Work: Dishwasher installation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Amit N.
10/2015
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
This was not a difficult task but the work had be synchronized with the granite installer. Horvitz accommodated my schedule and did the work exactly on time so that my time without kitchen sink was minimized.
Description of Work: I needed to de-attach the kitchen sink so that the granite could be fixed. Then a few days later it needed to be re-attached.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Harry G.
07/2015
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They are very professional. I have been using them for years and they are my go to plumbers for all jobs large and small.
Description of Work: Fixed various plumbing issues
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Paula F.
06/2015
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
+ 0 more
My toilet was running continuously so I called and asked them to come to fix the mechanism. Doug asked me for information about the brand name, how old it was, and sent a technician over. When he arrived and saw the toilet, he said that the manufacturer doesn't make that that model nor replacement parts any more. I called back and spoke to Doug and he suggested that I go to two showrooms in the area to look at replacement model options. After I selected one, Horvitz picked it up, installed it, and everything has gone very smoothly. Doug was very professional and helpful throughout. About a month later, a sink in the basement filled with water. I called Horvitz and Doug told me that I didn't need a plumber, I needed someone to clean the main drain to the house. I was impressed that he immediately diagnosed the problem and referred me to the type of service provider that I needed without sending someone over and charging me for a visit that I didn't need.
Description of Work: Replaced a toilet and helped me through the process of choosing a replacement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Dean L.
03/2014
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
As always, very good communication from beginning to end. Informed me of options before starting. Once started changed opinion of things (to a less expensive route) and did the job. Valve works great now. Gas leak found quickly and tightened up easily. I've used Horvitz many times with great results.
Description of Work: Cleaned and rebuilt a sticky water valve. Fixed a small gas leak. Snaked out a slow drain.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$260
Nathan S.
06/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Well I liked the reviews they got. When I called they had the stuff together and the person handled me called initially and focused doing on what my particular problem and I was asking him lots of questions so that at the time he was dispatching a plumber, plumber already had all the information brought all the tools and supplies and even the garbage disposal that would exactly match my needs and fit into the pipes that already had existing so the plumber was able to realize and do the work. I thought it was really a good level of customer service and just not saying just oh what is your name, what time should somebody to see you but actually figuring out what the problem was so that they could arrive and take care of the problem. I would use them again.
Description of Work: I used M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Company probably about a year ago. They replaced a garbage disposal and house plumbing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Thomas E.
02/2013
3.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
We remodeled the kitchen and needed pipes redirected for a new position of appliances. This was done well and promptly. However, he did notice that our heater flue was not in good repair and let the town inspector know which prompted a letter from the town requiring us to repair. Ultimately, we hired another plumber to repair this and things got complicated because the old flue was not in-code with the wrong up-slope of the flue pipes requiring a new entrance to the chimney, hole in the wall, etc. We were satisfied with the technical work performed by Horvitz but not satisfied with the mode of communication. In my opinion he should not have been inspecting parts of the house that he was not hired to fix. In addition, he could have let us know first to give us a chance to repair before notifying the town. Not a friendly way to do business.
Description of Work: Rerouted pipes for new kitchen
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
$6,000
Zachary M.
01/2013
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
The employee arrived by 9:40 AM. Spent a long time on the phone with the warrantee company, ensuring that the repair would be covered. He then cheerfully and quickly set about the installation, explaining both the process and the strengths of the unit (a nice upgrade from my 10 year old unti). He was finished by 10:30 AM, he left the kitchen clean, and overall it was a great experience. I would certainly use them again.
Description of Work: My Insinkerator disposal died, and I called M. Horvitz based entirely on their rating at Angie's List. The guy who answered the phone was very helpful, asking for specific details to ensure the job would go smoothly. This involved getting detailed information on the old disposal and the new one that my Home Warranty company required. The warranty company is paying most of the replacement cost thus the pricing of the service was less important to than the quality of their service, though their pricing seemed quite fair given the online cost of the replacement disposal). After a long discussion I agreed to have them do the work and asked when they could come out. He set up an appontement between 9:30-11:30 AM the next day!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$465
Olga K.
11/2012
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
We have been using this company for many years, both for personal plumbing issues and for the condo association we are a part of. Everyone we have ever delt with in Horvitz Plumbing has been very professional and pleasant. It's easy to set up appointments, the technicians are always on time and the work performed is well done and honest. From what we've heard, you can find cheaper plumbing service, but we don't plan on changing our allegiance any time soon.
Description of Work: We were replacing countertop in the kitchen and so had to have water and gas disconnected, then reconnected and a new faucet installed (the cost includes the price of a Wolverine faucet).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Nathan S.
08/2012
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
The best thing about Horvitz is the guy on the phone who reviews your problem ahead of time to be sure the attending plumber will have all the info he needs to do the job. When the plumber arrived, he already had all the right parts and replaced the disposal in less than 30 minutes. Very professional.
Description of Work: Replaced leaking (broken) in sink disposal unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Pamela H.
04/2012
4.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They are excellent. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I hired them to do plumbing work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
CAROLINE S.
10/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
Setting up the appointment went well. The company returned my call within a day and once I decided to proceed with the work, they were able to come to the house within 2 days. The job was completed without any disruption and with little attention from me. The plumber Jim was very professional and diagnosed the problem quickly. Once I gave him the go-ahead to install the shock absorber, he had to go out to purchase the parts. It would have been helpful and cheaper for me if he had stocked those basic parts on his truck, since I had to pay for the time it took to go get them. Horvitz charges $99 for the 1st hour and after that they charge in 1/2 hour increments. Once the parts were in hand, the work was completed promptly, neatly and well. We've heard no noise from the pipes since, so we're pleased!
Description of Work: One cold water pipe in our basement was banging and making noise when we ran certain cycles of our clothes washer (usually those which deliver pulsing water to the washer). We thought that the pipe needed additional and more rigid hangers to keep the pipe from vibrating, but when Jim came out to the house, he pointed out that it needed to have a shock absorber installed. So they installed the shock absorber as well as 5 rigid hangers to better secure the long pipe.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$347
SIMONE B.
09/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They are fantastic! The response is quick and everything is explained clearly. Work is completed efficiently and neatly.
Description of Work: They investigated a leak.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
CHI CHI W.
08/2011
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
+ 0 more
Service person was prompt and professional. Got in to assess the problem, fixed it (toilet not flushing with adequate power, flushometer type), and out the door w/n 30 minutes. I had called another person that had specialized in dealing with plumbing issues for the building and he was all about trying to get my business, saying how he only knew the building and how they have to do central shut off for everything in the building before proceeding with anything. Horvitz guy did not have to deal with any of that. My tenant in the place is a contractor himself and saw the work being performed and found it to be professional. The part was about $26, labor was around $99 for 30 minutes. Considering I felt like I was going to get ripped off by this other guy I think Horvitz was very professional. I have used them for my own personal property as well and found them to be efficient and professional every time.
Description of Work: Had to replace diaphram in a flushometer toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
JANE A.
08/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
VERY NICE, KNOWLEDGABLE, EFFICIENT, COURTEOUS. ALSO TRUSTWORTHY - I LEFT HIM WITH A BLANK CHECK SINCE I HADTO LEAVE BEFORE HE COMPLETED THE WORK. ONLY THING TO NOTE: HE DIDN'T HAVE THE KIND OF PIPE I WANTED ON HIS TRUCK (THE WEATHER PROOFED (?)) PIPE , SO WOULD HAVE HAD TO TRAVEL FAR TO GET IT -- AT MY EXPENSE. OPTED FOR THE PIPE THAT HE HAD, WHICH WAS NOT TOO MUCH OF A SACRIFICE, BUT IT STILL WASN'T EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED. HAVE NO IDEA WHETHER IT WOULD HAVE BEEN REASONABLE TO EXPECT HIM TO HAVE THIS ITEM ON HIS TRUCK...BUT I HAD SAID WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS WHEN I SCHEDULED THE APPOINTMENT. THIS IS WHY I GAVE A B FOR RESPONSIVENESS.
Description of Work: REPLACED A LEAKING PIPE TO EXTERIOR SPIGOT.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
AMY S.
04/2011
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
+ 0 more
I developed a leak under the sink and called Horvitz Plumbing. As usual -- I use this company regularly for plumbing needs -- the company was exceedingly responsive. The plumber arrived the same day and indicated we needed a new faucet. He advised me regarding the best brands and ones to avoid. Two days later, when the faucet arrived, he returned to install it. His work was excellent and he explained why he installed it with putty rather than the optional bottom plate that might attract bacteria. I have used Horvitz plumbing routinely for maintenance of my boiler and several other incidental plumbing issues and have been consistently pleased by their reliability, professionalism, courtesy and workmanship. Horvitz plumbing is my favorite service company!
Description of Work: I developed a leak under the sink and found that I needed a new faucet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Chris G.
03/2011
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
+ 0 more
Clean, prompt, punctual. Scheduled service day before and work completed next day.
Description of Work: Switched out an old faucet for new.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
George S.
03/2011
5.0
drain cleaning, plumbing
+ 0 more
Excellent service. We called Horvitz the day before and they came promptly the following morning. Showed up on time when they said they would. Dave cleared out a clogged kitchen sink.disposer drain and recommended re-plumbing pipes under sink to prevent future clogging (this has happened a few times before). Snaked clear the powder room drain where a bad clog had formed down the line. We are very happy with Horvitz's services and have used them for the past few years after less than stellar experiences with other Brookline-area plumbers. Dave is phenomenal - a great professional who really knows his stuff. Willing to show you solutions & recommendations for improvements without being overbearing.
Description of Work: Cleared out two clogged drains - one under kitchen sink/waste disposer, one under powder room sink.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
STEVEN J.
03/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
They are friendly and very responsive. They are able to come out within a day or two; if there is any crisis, they come immediately. They are attentive. They are able to give good advice about your options; if there is something that can be repaired, they will tell you directly that it can be done by you. They are informative. They seem to be honest.
Description of Work: I used M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc. they came a week ago. They came to repair a water pipe.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
RACHEL Z.
03/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
My interaction with M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc was good overall. I don’t know if their price was competitive. They were responsive, punctual and professional. The quality of their work was good. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I hired M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc a year and a half ago to replace my toilet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
Matthew L.
02/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
M Horvitz is professional and they do excellent work. Their estimator came out and looked at the job and it ended up costing exactly what he estimated.
Description of Work: M Horvitz installed a hot and cold water cap.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
ANGELA B.
01/2011
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
The plumber arrived right on time and was extremely professional. He did all the work in 2 hrs. I am very happy with the quality of the work. That being said, 100/hr seems incredibly expensive. That's 200k per year WOW.
Description of Work: They reconnected a sink that had been removed by the previous owners of our house. To do this the plumber needed to cut off the supply pipes in the wall and install new ones from that point to the sink. Same with the drain.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$415
Alice S.
12/2010
5.0
home remodeling, plumbing
+ 0 more
He is very intelligent, extremely knowledgeable about plumbing and so decent that he took my breath away. Namely, he suggested to me that I call the manufacturer of my faucets. That turned out to be extremely valuable and could have under-cut my need for a plumber, but he was kind enough to want to serve my interests over and above his.
Description of Work: Contacted about plumbing work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Robert S.
10/2010
5.0
plumbing
+ -1 more
No problems at all - they came when pormised did the work in a satisfactory manner, and left our home clean and neat.
Description of Work: routine maintenance on high efficiency boiler, miscellaneous minor plumbing repairs
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Service Categories
Plumbing,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Drain Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Natural Gas Lines,
Wells and Pumps,
Garage Doors,
General Remodeling,
Gas Grills
FAQ
M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc does not offer warranties.
M Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co Inc offers the following services: M. Horvitz Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. is licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to provide plumbing, heating, gas fitting and pipe fitting services. We specialize in service and repairs assisting homeowners, condominium owners and small commercial customers.
Oil fired systems, hot air furnaces, hvac (cooling, radiant heat) and clearing main drain stoppages.