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RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS

Heating and Air Conditioning

About us

OWNER OPERATED. USES SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGE.

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

REFINISH RADIATORS BY SANDBLASTING THEM AND PAINTING THEM.

Services we don't offer

INSTALLATIONS.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

yes



Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.010 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
0%
3
10%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-10 of 10 reviews

Sam M.
08/2021
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I had 8 readiators to be restoered. Joel was very responsive in emails and communications, the quote that I got was very reasonable and included in-home pick up and delivery. The project was done on time as he promised and the radiators were delivered in perfect shape. I connected all the radiators myself and tested them, all were working despite one that was leaking at the valve joint. I contacted Joel to get the name of recommended Plummer and he offered to come and check it. Upon checking on the radiator, he was able to tighten it up carefully to not break the old pipes, and voila! no leaks afterward. I would defenitely recommend Radical radiator restoration to any one and will use it again for any future work. (See the old and restored pictures below)
Description of Work: Radiator restoration

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,600

Elyse J.
11/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Joel was extremely helpful in figuring out what size radiators we needed in each room, and was even kind enough to come by and take a look at the rooms before we made the purchase, for more peace of mind. He was super patient with us and many back-and-forths about the radiators. We are very happy with the service and with the radiators.
Description of Work: We needed to install two radiators into two bedrooms in our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

Michelle G.
11/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We hired this company to restore our small 1936 bathroom radiator. They offered pick-up and delivery, and did a fabulous job. Will use them again in the future, no question. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Restored an old radiator.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

BRIAN S.
09/2010
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We contacted this provider several times to get an estimate, both by email and by telephone. On several occasions, their voice mailbox was full, and I could not even leave a message. (This was very frustrating!) When we finally did get a response from them, their price for cleaning and painting the radiators was reasonable, but they did not have any provision for getting them into or out of our house---they only do the restoration. The proprietor suggested a moving company to get the radiators to and from his shop, but recommended we have our usual plumber to do the connections and disconnections. None of our usual plumbers were willing to work with a steam system. We found another company which was willing to remove the radiators, take them to a powder-coating shop, and reinstall them. Proper reinstallation was a very important requirement for us, as several of our radiators are wall-hung and needed to be angled properly. If they had been able to help us find someone to remove and reinstall the radiators, we would have probably selected this company despite the communications issues.
Description of Work: We had hoped to have our steam radiators sand-blasted and powder coated.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,880

Elizabeth G.
09/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very well - I was satisfied with the level of professionalism and the quality of work. My radiator looks great - and now looks new.
Description of Work: I purchased a new house and wanted to give the bathroom a "facelift" only, and not fully update. The radiator was rusted and pitted and a cover would not fit in the small area. I contacted Radical Radiator for suggestions. He suggested sandblasting would be the least expensive route, versus replacing. He picked up the radiator, sandblasted and painted, and offered drop-off. He was always extremely courteous and professional, as well as knowledgeable about my options.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$175

Kaesmene B.
10/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Joel refinished our radiators as part of an Ask This Old House segment. (This is why I listed $0 for price; ATOH paid for the work, not us.) He did great work and our radiators look wonderful. We no longer put covers over them.
Description of Work: Joel refinished two steam radiators.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Michelle A.
02/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Excellent! Joel is a total pleasure to deal with. A+! I contacted Radical Radiators and Joel got back to me immediately. We made an appt. and he actually arrived a bit early. I was still in bed. He was totally considerate and went to get a cup of coffee while I got up! He was careful not to track in any dirt and to plug up the radiator so any water left inside wouldn't slosh out. I asked him about the process and he was happy to tell me how the process he uses to sandblast and paint. I was having the room the radiator was in totally redone. Of course it took much longer to get it done than I expected. Joel was so helpful and kept the radiator for me for weeks after he had it ready so that the room could be completed. He returned the radiator when it was convenient for me with the same friendliness and care. He didn't ask for any payment until he delivered it back even though I had to wait for the painter to finish the room.
Description of Work: I needed to have a radiator in my home removed to be cleaned and repainted.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

CHRISTINE K.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They did a beautiful job and took great pride in how it looks and works. The workers were very pleasant and worked clean. The price was very much in line with the quality of work, and I was glad to pay.
Description of Work: I had 7 steam heat radiators removed from my house. They were taken to their shop. They were cleaned inside and outside, as well as repainted. The units were reinstalled.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

JULIE B.
07/2007
5.0
Joel provided price estimates and gave directions to his shop over the phone. He was also available via email. Joel was very flexible with times for us to drop off the radiator and pick it up. If we had not been able to move it, he would have transported it for a reasonable fee. Since we were uncertain about the paint options, he was happy to show us finished samples so we could make a good choice. When we picked it up, he was willing to answer any questions we had in terms of installation. He clearly cares about what he does and wants his customers to be happy.
Description of Work: Joel completely sandblasted our radiator in his shop and painted it to our specifications. This took only a few days, and the results are outstanding.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$173

CAROL C.
06/2006
5.0
HE KNOWS A LOT ABOUT RADIATOR MANUFACTURING HISTORY & IS INTERESTING TO LISTEN TO. I RECOMMEND THAT YOU ADD HIS COMPANY TO THE LIST.
Description of Work: MR JOEL MINNICH (THE OWNER) SHOWED UP, DISCONNECTED MY RADIATOR, & TOOK IT AWAY. HE SANDBLASTED IT DOWN TO BARE METAL, & THEN PRIMED & PAINTED IT. HE BROUGHT IT BACK & RECONNECTED IT. LOOKS VERY GOOD & THE RECONNECTION DOESN'T LEAK.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

    Contact information

    940 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA 02148

    http://www.radicalradiator.com

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    Service Categories

    Heating and Air Conditioning

    FAQ

    RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
    RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS offers free project estimates.
    No, RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS does not offer a senior discount.
    No, RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS offers warranties.
    RADICAL RADIATOR RESTORATIONS offers the following services: REFINISH RADIATORS BY SANDBLASTING THEM AND PAINTING THEM.
    INSTALLATIONS.

    Contact information

    940 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA 02148

    http://www.radicalradiator.com