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Plumber in Quincy, MA
Quincy-headquartered plumbing, drain cleaning, water heater work, and 24/7 emergency service for Wollaston, Quincy Center, Marina Bay, Merrymount, Squantum, and every other Quincy neighborhood. We're a family-owned South Shore plumbing company dispatching from 75 East Elm Ave — not a franchise call center. When you call, you get the same team that's been working Quincy's triple-deckers, capes, and Marina Bay condos since 2008.
Local Plumbing Help for Quincy, MA — 02169, 02170, 02171
Quincy is a Norfolk County city of about 100,000 people — the largest city on the South Shore and one of the oldest in Massachusetts. The mix of housing makes Quincy plumbing different than any other town we serve: dense triple-deckers in Wollaston, Quincy Center, and Quincy Point; mid-century capes and ranches in Merrymount and West Quincy; older single-family colonials in Squantum and Hough's Neck; and modern condos and waterfront builds at Marina Bay and the Marina Bay/Quincy Point shore. Every neighborhood has its own plumbing personality.
We've worked in Quincy every week since 2008. From our headquarters at 75 East Elm Ave we dispatch into every Quincy neighborhood. Older triple-deckers in Wollaston and Quincy Center still have shared waste stacks running through three floors of mixed-era plumbing — modifications from the 70s sitting on top of original 1920s cast iron. Marina Bay condos have completely different challenges: PEX manifolds, recirculation pumps, and HOA-managed mainline issues. Squantum and Adams Shore homes near the water see corrosion from salt air on exterior gas lines and outdoor plumbing. We know the patterns because we've seen them play out across the city.
Quincy's water comes from the MWRA (Massachusetts Water Resources Authority) — generally good quality, but the city's older delivery infrastructure on certain streets can produce variable pressure and occasional discoloration after main-line work. Many Quincy homes built before 1960 still have galvanized supply lines or original cast iron drains. Both materials have well-known end-of-life patterns, and recognizing the early warning signs (slow pressure drops, rust streaks in hot water, recurring drain backups) is the difference between a planned upgrade and an emergency.
If you live in Quincy, you don't need a national franchise calling from out of state. You need a Quincy-based plumber who can tell a Wollaston triple-decker waste stack from a Marina Bay condo manifold without looking at a manual, who has working relationships with the Quincy Building Department, and who can be at your door fast. Johnson Bros. is exactly that.
Complete Plumbing Services in Quincy, MA
Emergency Plumbing
24/7 emergency service for burst pipes, leaks, and urgent repairs
Drain Cleaning
Professional drain and sewer cleaning for homes and businesses
Water Heater Service
Installation, repair, and maintenance of all water heater types
Gas Heat Installation
Licensed gas fitters for furnaces, boilers, and gas lines
New Construction
Complete plumbing for new residential and commercial builds
Pipe Repair & Replacement
Expert pipe repair and re-piping services
Boiler Repair
Boiler diagnostics, part replacement, and no-heat service for gas systems.
Garbage Disposal
Disposal repair, jam clearing, installation, and full replacement — same-day availability when scheduling permits.
Ceiling Leak Repair
Source identification and pipe repair for water stains and active ceiling leaks.
Quincy Service Pages
If you already know the job, go straight to the Quincy page for that service. These pages are built for local homeowners in Quincy Center, Wollaston, Marina Bay, and the neighborhoods around them.
Quincy Drain Cleaning
Recurring clogs, slow drains, and main line backups in Quincy homes.
Quincy Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, active leaks, sewer backups, and urgent plumbing calls.
Quincy Water Heater Service
Tank and tankless water heater repair and replacement in Quincy.
Quincy Pipe Repair
Leak repair, repiping, and old pipe replacement for Quincy properties.
Why Quincy Residents Choose Johnson Bros. Plumbing
Quincy is our HQ market
We dispatch from 75 East Elm Ave in Quincy. For emergencies — burst pipes, sewage backups, no hot water in winter, gas smells — the line runs 24/7 and emergency calls get priority dispatch, with same-day availability when scheduling permits.
Licensed & Insured
We hold Massachusetts Master Plumber License PL #17034-M and full corporate plumbing licensure (#4581). We carry general liability and workers' comp insurance, and we pull every permit required by the Quincy Building Department for gas, sewer, and water line work.
Family-owned accountability
Johnson Bros. is owned and operated by brothers who grew up in Quincy. We're not a franchise, not a private-equity rollup, and not a national dispatch service. The same family that owns the company answers the phone, runs the trucks, and stands behind the work.
Mass Save Rebate Help
We install high-efficiency water heaters, boilers, and heating equipment that is commonly eligible for Mass Save rebates, and we provide the equipment details and invoice documentation you need for your rebate application.
Transparent pricing
We charge a flat $99 service-call fee that's credited toward any repair we perform. Before any work starts, we give you a clear written estimate. No 'diagnostic plus parts plus labor plus markup' surprises. If we quote $400, you pay $400.
Rated by real customers
4.8 stars from 385 Google reviews across the South Shore. Read the reviews, see the names of the technicians people mention, and you'll see the same people show up for your job.
Quincy Neighborhoods We Serve
Wollaston
Marina Bay
Quincy Center
Merrymount
Squantum
Montclair
Germantown
Adams Shore
West Quincy
Common Plumbing Issues in Quincy Homes
Quincy's mix of historic homes and modern construction creates unique plumbing challenges. We're experts at handling:
Galvanized Pipe Replacement
Many Quincy homes built before 1960 — particularly in Wollaston, Quincy Center, Squantum, and West Quincy — still have original galvanized supply lines. Galvanized degrades from the inside, narrowing the pipe diameter and reducing water pressure year over year. Eventually it causes pinhole leaks. The fix isn't a patch; it's a phased repipe to PEX or copper. We do these in occupied homes room-by-room so you keep water service the entire time.
Triple-Decker Plumbing
Wollaston, Quincy Center, and Quincy Point have hundreds of triple-deckers built between 1900 and 1940. Each one has its own quirks: shared waste stacks running through three floors of mixed-era piping, modifications stacked on top of original cast iron, shut-off configurations that aren't always intuitive. We know what to look for and how to work in occupied units without disrupting tenants any more than necessary.
Sewer Line and Lateral Issues
Mature trees, aging clay laterals, and 80+ year old cast iron mains in established Quincy neighborhoods create recurring sewer backup patterns. Tree roots find the joints. Cast iron rusts through at the bottom of the pipe. We use sewer cameras to identify exactly what's happening before we recommend repair vs. replacement vs. trenchless lining.
Frozen and Burst Pipes in Winter
Quincy winters get cold enough that uninsulated supply lines in older basements, crawl spaces, and exterior walls freeze regularly. Triple-decker porches, Squantum homes near the water, and any older Quincy property with poor insulation are highest risk. We respond to frozen-pipe emergencies 24/7, thaw lines safely (no torches on PEX), and repair burst sections same-visit when possible.
Basement Flooding and Sump Pumps
Lower-lying Quincy neighborhoods — parts of West Quincy, Quincy Point, and homes near Furnace Brook — see basement water during heavy rain and spring melt. Sump pumps that worked fine in dry months fail when they're most needed: pump undersized for the volume, float stuck, motor at end of life after 8-10 years. We install primary sump pumps, battery-backup secondary pumps, and water-detection alarms for finished basements.
Water Heater Failures and Tankless Conversions
Most Quincy tank-style water heaters fail between year 8 and year 12. Signs you're heading for failure: rust-colored hot water, popping or rumbling sounds from the tank, water pooling around the base, or hot water that runs out faster than it used to. We replace gas and electric tank heaters and install tankless systems. We work with Bradford White, AO Smith, Rheem, and Navien — brands with parts inventories we can pull from quickly.
Marina Bay and Condo Plumbing
Marina Bay condos and the newer waterfront builds along Quincy Point have entirely different plumbing realities than the older Quincy housing stock. PEX manifold systems, recirculation pumps for fast hot water, in-unit shutoffs that don't always shut everything off, and HOA-managed main lines all create unique service patterns. We work with the building's management when needed to handle in-unit work cleanly.
Gas Heat and Boiler Upgrades
Many Quincy homes still run on oil heat or older gas boilers that are 70%-80% efficient. New high-efficiency gas boilers and water heaters hit 95%+ AFUE, and qualifying upgrades may be eligible for Mass Save rebates. We pull gas permits with the Quincy Building Department, perform the conversion, and provide the documentation you need for your Mass Save rebate application.
Seasonal Plumbing for Quincy Homes
Quincy's plumbing problems aren't evenly distributed across the year. Knowing what to watch for in each season saves you money and keeps the call list manageable.
Frozen-pipe season
Uninsulated lines in older Quincy basements, triple-decker porches, exterior walls, and unheated garages are the highest-risk targets. Open cabinet doors under sinks on outside walls during the coldest nights. Disconnect outdoor hoses. If you leave town for more than a day, set the thermostat no lower than 55°F. If a pipe does freeze, call before it bursts.
Sump pump season
Snowmelt plus spring storms drive groundwater up. Test your sump pump in March — pour a 5-gallon bucket of water into the pit and confirm the float activates. If the pump is 8+ years old, replacement is a small bill compared to a flooded basement. This is also when we see the most sewer backup calls as groundwater pressures aging laterals.
Outdoor plumbing season
Sprinkler systems, hose bibs, pool fill lines, and outdoor showers all see use. Right time to schedule annual water heater flushes, preventative drain cleaning, and any non-emergency repipe work that's been on the list. Also when many Quincy homeowners tackle bathroom remodels and kitchen plumbing updates.
Winterization season
Drain outdoor faucets and shut off their interior supply valves. Insulate any exposed pipes you found leaking last winter. Schedule heating system service before the first cold snap. This is also when we run the most water heater replacements — homeowners replacing failing tanks ahead of holiday-season company.
If you'd like a seasonal plumbing check-in at your Quincy home, the Family Discount membership covers a free annual inspection.
The Family Discount — $99/year
Service fee waived when you approve work, 10% off all work, priority scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions — Quincy Plumbing
Do you provide emergency plumbing services in Quincy, MA?
Yes, Johnson Bros. provides 24/7 emergency plumbing services throughout Quincy, MA. Our Quincy headquarters is at 75 East Elm Ave — call (617) 479-9911 any time for burst pipes, flooding, no hot water in winter, gas smells, or major leaks. The line is answered by a real person, not voicemail.
How quickly can you get to my Quincy home for an emergency?
Quincy is our headquarters market — we dispatch from 75 East Elm Ave. Emergency calls get priority dispatch, with same-day availability when scheduling permits. Call (617) 479-9911 and we will confirm the next available window directly.
What areas of Quincy do you service?
We service all neighborhoods in Quincy including Wollaston, Marina Bay, Quincy Center, Merrymount, Squantum, Montclair, Germantown, Adams Shore, West Quincy, Hough's Neck, Quincy Point, and the South Quincy / Penn's Hill area.
How much do plumbing services cost in Quincy?
We charge a $99 service fee that goes toward the cost of repair. We give you an upfront price before starting any work, with no surprise charges after the visit.
Is the $99 service-call fee credited toward the repair?
Yes. The $99 covers the dispatch, the in-home diagnostic, and the upfront written estimate — and it's applied directly to the final repair price if you go forward with the work. You won't pay $99 plus the repair cost; the $99 is part of the repair cost.
Are you licensed to work in Quincy, MA?
Yes. Johnson Bros. holds Massachusetts Master Plumber License PL #17034-M and Corporate License #4581. We pull all required Quincy Building Department permits for gas, sewer, and water service work, and we carry full general liability and workers' comp insurance.
Do you pull permits with the Quincy Building Department?
Yes — every time it's required. Gas line work, water heater installs that change venting, sewer or water service line replacement, and boiler work all require permits in Quincy. We file the paperwork, schedule the inspection, and walk the inspector through the work.
What plumbing services does Johnson Bros. provide in Quincy?
We handle emergency plumbing, drain cleaning and hydro jetting, sewer camera inspection, water heater repair and replacement (tank and tankless), boiler and gas heat service, pipe repair and full repipes, sewer line replacement, gas line work, garbage disposal repair, and general plumbing. We work with Bradford White, AO Smith, Rheem, and Navien — brands with parts inventories we can pull from quickly.
Do you work on Quincy triple-deckers and multi-family homes?
Yes — they're a big part of what we see in Quincy. Triple-deckers have their own quirks: shared waste stacks, mixed-era piping from multiple renovations, and shut-off configurations that aren't always obvious. We know what to look for and how to work in occupied units without disrupting tenants any more than necessary.
My older Quincy home has galvanized pipes. Should I replace them?
If you're seeing low water pressure on upper floors, rust-tinted water after the system sits, or recurring pinhole leaks, yes — galvanized supply lines have reached end of life and patching won't hold. We do phased repipes that keep water service running while we replace sections room-by-room. Most full-house repipes finish over 3-5 visits. PEX is the standard replacement material; copper for visible runs and stub-outs.
Can you help with Mass Save rebates for Quincy homeowners?
We install high-efficiency water heaters, boilers, and heating equipment that is commonly eligible for Mass Save rebates, and we provide the equipment details and invoice documentation you need for your application. Rebate amounts and eligibility change by program year, so verify current details at masssave.com before you buy.
How do I schedule a plumber in Quincy?
Call (617) 479-9911 anytime — someone answers 24/7. For non-emergency work, you can also book online at thejohnsonbros.com. Quincy is our HQ market and we work to find the earliest slot that fits.
Need a plumber in Quincy today?
From a leaking water heater on a Sunday morning to a full kitchen remodel that's been on the calendar for months, Johnson Bros. gives Quincy homeowners a direct line to a local family plumbing company headquartered right here in Quincy. Call us, or book online — either way you'll talk to a real person, get a clear next step, and have us at the door fast.