We plumb homes and businesses every day, and we're good at it, from a leaky faucet in a single-family home to a full water line repair for a commercial property. Our work covers the full range of residential and commercial plumbing: drain cleaning and clog removal, leak detection and repair, water heater repair and replacement, toilet and faucet and fixture installation, sewer and main line service, garbage disposal installation and repair, water pressure diagnostics, shutoff valve replacement, and repiping. Licensed plumbers perform every job, and we give honest recommendations on repairs, never an upsell.
Whether you are a homeowner dealing with a pipe leak, a landlord managing a multi-unit building, or a property manager keeping a commercial space running, we handle the plumbing work that keeps water moving the right direction.
A slow drain is easy to ignore until it backs up completely. We assess the line, clear the blockage, and confirm the flow is restored before we leave. For tougher clogs or buildup in older lines, hydro jetting service blasts obstructions that a standard snake cannot reach. Kitchen drains, bathroom drains, and main drain cleaning are all in a day's work.
Water leak detection starts with finding the source, which is not always obvious. Hidden leaks behind walls or under floors can cause real damage before they show up on the surface. We locate the problem, assess the line, and make the repair. Burst pipe repair and broken pipe repair are handled the same way: find it, fix it, confirm it holds. We make the repair and leave it tidy.
No hot water is one of those problems that stops your day cold. We service and replace both tank and tankless water heaters. If the unit is repairable, we tell you. If replacement makes more sense for the age and condition of the equipment, we tell you that too. Emergency water heater repair is available, and same-day appointments are often available when you need hot water back fast.
A running toilet, a leaky faucet, or a showerhead that never quite worked right are small problems that waste water and add up on your bill. We handle toilet repair and installation, faucet repair and replacement, and full bathroom and kitchen fixture installation. Garbage disposal installation and repair rounds out the list. We'll make your plumbing sound again.
Getting your water flowing again is easier than you think. When you call, we walk through what the job involves and give you the rate before anything is scheduled. You know what the work covers before we set a time. That is the process for routine repairs, fixture installations, water heater replacements, and emergency calls alike.
We are available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends. Same-day plumbing service is often available for urgent situations, and emergency calls are answered during those hours. If you are comparing plumbing estimates or trying to figure out what a repair should cost, call and ask. You get a straight answer.
No pressure and no gimmicks, just sound, lasting plumbing.
Not the biggest name in town. Just the one that answers. No runaround.
Reach out and we'll start at the source of the leak.
Wakefield sits in some of the oldest housing stock in Massachusetts, and the plumbing reflects that. Galvanized lines, cast-iron drains, and aging sewer infrastructure are common in neighborhoods throughout the city. Add New England winters, freeze-thaw cycles, and the wet springs that come with Middlesex County's climate, and certain plumbing jobs come up again and again. The three services below address the most common ones we see in this area.
Older homes in Wakefield often carry galvanized steel or early copper lines that have spent decades corroding from the inside out. The signs are gradual: lower water pressure, discolored water, pinhole leaks that keep appearing in new spots. Whole-home repiping replaces those aging lines with copper or PEX throughout the house, restoring full pressure and flow. We assess the existing system, work through the replacement line by line, and confirm everything is performing before we finish. For homes with lead service lines, replacement is handled the same way.
Freeze-thaw cycles are hard on underground infrastructure, and the clay and cast-iron sewer lines common in older Wakefield neighborhoods have had decades of that stress. Tree root intrusion, cracking, and joint failure are all common results. We start with a camera inspection to scope the line and identify exactly where and how it has failed. From there, we repair the damaged section or replace the full line, depending on what the inspection shows. Cast-iron drain stack replacement falls in the same category for homes where the interior drain system has reached the end of its service life.
Spring thaw and heavy rain push groundwater against foundations across Middlesex County, and a basement without a working sump pump is a basement that floods. We inspect the pump, repair or replace it if needed, and confirm the drainage is routing water away from the foundation the way it should. If a sump pump has never been tested or has been sitting idle, a check before the wet season is worth the call.
We handle plumbing work in Wakefield and the surrounding towns throughout the area. If you are in Reading, Stoneham, Woburn, Malden, Melrose, Winchester, Burlington, or Lynnfield, we cover your area. Middlesex County is a big county, and the plumbing needs across these communities are similar: aging housing stock, cold winters, and the everyday wear that comes with New England living.
You always know who to call if you need us again.
We keep your home dry and your water flowing.
Our customers call us back because we make plumbing simple, and the process is the same every time. You call, we talk through the job, and you get the rate before we schedule anything. Licensed plumbers perform the work, whether that is a toilet repair, a shutoff valve replacement, a water pressure diagnostic, or a full repipe. We take pride in the plumbing work we leave behind, and we do not consider a job finished until the work is code-compliant and the space is left the way we found it.
Commercial clients get the same process. Property managers and business owners can call for the same scope of work, explained the same way, with the same attention to what the job actually involves. Backflow preventer installation, water line repair, fixture installation for a commercial space: we handle it. Reach out and we will take care of it.
Same-day appointments are often available, particularly when you call earlier in the day. We are open every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM, including weekends, so urgent situations do not have to wait until the following business day. Call (339) 365-9282 and we will let you know what is available and get you on the schedule.
Call (339) 365-9282 and tell us what is happening. We will ask a few questions about the job, walk through what the work involves, and give you a price before anything is scheduled. From there, we confirm a time and get a licensed plumber headed your way.
When you call, we go over the job and give you a rate before we put anything on the calendar. A licensed plumber arrives, assesses the situation, confirms the scope, and carries out the repair or installation. We do not consider the job finished until the work is done correctly and the space is left the way we found it.
Shut off the main water supply to the house immediately to stop the flow. If you are not sure where the shutoff is, it is typically near the water meter or where the main line enters the foundation. Then call (339) 365-9282 so we can get a licensed plumber on the way and talk you through anything else that needs to happen before we arrive.
Turn off the water supply to the fixture first. For a toilet, the shutoff valve is usually located at the base of the unit near the wall. Once the water is stopped, call (339) 365-9282 and we will assess whether the problem is the fixture itself, a clog in the drain line, or something further down the system.
Yes, and it is a significant part of what we do in Wakefield. Older homes throughout Middlesex County commonly have galvanized steel supply lines, cast-iron drain stacks, and clay sewer laterals that are well past their original service life. We assess what is actually in the home before recommending a course of action, whether that is a targeted repair or a full repipe.
We handle plumbing work for homeowners, landlords, property managers, and commercial clients throughout Wakefield and the surrounding area. That includes single-family homes, multi-unit rental buildings, office spaces, and commercial kitchens. The process is the same regardless of the property type: you get a price before we schedule anything.
Yes. Property managers and landlords call us regularly for repairs and maintenance across multi-unit buildings. We handle commercial drain cleaning, leak repair, fixture replacement, and general plumbing repairs for rental properties throughout Wakefield and Middlesex County. Call (339) 365-9282 to talk through what your building needs and how to get it scheduled.
When the pipe leaks, the drain backs up, or the water heater stops working, Dan Hickey Plumbing & Heating is ready to help. Same-day appointments are often available, and we are reachable every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM. Call (339) 365-9282 for a quote, and we will walk through what the job involves and what it costs before we schedule anything.
Ready for your pipes. Call today.
Below is a plain-language look at the plumbing work we handle across Wakefield and the surrounding communities. Each row covers what the service includes, who it fits best, and a practical note to help you decide whether to call. If you have questions about a specific job, call us and we will walk through it with you before anything is scheduled.
| Type of Job | What It Covers | Typical Situations | Worth Knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole-Home Repiping |
| older Wakefield homes with corroding galvanized pipe, discolored water, or persistent pressure problems | Galvanized steel pipe corrodes from the inside over time, narrowing the line and eventually failing. Repiping solves problems that patching cannot fix permanently. |
| Water Pressure & Shutoff Valve Repair |
| homes with noticeably low pressure or valves that no longer close fully | Shutoff valves in older homes often corrode to the point where they will not fully close, which creates a serious problem during any repair or emergency. |
| Toilet Repair & Installation |
| homeowners with a toilet that runs, leaks at the base, or needs full replacement | A running toilet can waste a significant amount of water before the problem becomes obvious. Most repairs are straightforward and completed in a single visit. |
| Sewer Line Replacement |
| homes with older clay or cast-iron sewer lines showing root damage or freeze-thaw deterioration | Massachusetts freeze-thaw cycles accelerate deterioration in clay and cast-iron lines. We inspect first and replace only what the camera confirms needs replacing. |
| Leak Detection & Repair |
| anyone who suspects a hidden leak or has visible water damage | Leaks inside walls or under floors can cause significant damage before they surface. Early detection keeps repair costs down. |
| Water Heater Repair & ReplacementMost Popular |
| households with inconsistent hot water, a leaking tank, or a unit past its useful life | Same-day service is often available for no-hot-water calls. Work is performed by licensed plumbers who know the gas and water line connections. |
| Frozen Pipe Repair |
| homeowners dealing with a freeze event or preparing exposed pipes for a Massachusetts winter | Pipes in unheated crawl spaces, exterior walls, and uninsulated areas are most at risk. A burst pipe after a freeze is one of the more damaging plumbing emergencies we respond to. |
| Emergency Plumbing |
| urgent situations that cannot wait for a scheduled appointment | We are open every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM. Same-day service is often available for emergency calls placed within those hours. |
| Sewer & Main Line Service |
| homes with multiple slow drains, recurring backups, or suspected main line problems | Slow drains at every fixture usually point to the main line, not individual clogs. Camera inspection confirms the cause before we recommend a fix. |
| Drain Cleaning & Clog Removal |
| homeowners dealing with slow or backed-up drains | A clog that keeps coming back usually points to a deeper problem in the line. We find the cause, not just the blockage. |
| Faucet & Fixture Installation |
| remodels, fixture upgrades, or worn-out hardware that needs replacing | We handle the plumbing side of kitchen and bathroom updates cleanly, whether it is a single faucet or a full fixture swap. |
| Sump Pump & Basement Drainage |
| Middlesex County basements that take on water during snowmelt, heavy rain, or nor'easters | A sump pump that has not been checked in a while is worth a call before the next storm season. A failed pump during a nor'easter turns into a flooded basement fast. |
Call (339) 365-9282 and tell us what is going on. We will ask the right questions, give you a price, and get the job on the schedule.
(339) 365-9282