Plumber in Lexington, MA
Local plumbing and heating service for Lexington homeowners. From the Colonial and Federal-era homes around Battle Green to newer construction along Bedford Street, we've worked on Lexington plumbing systems for over twenty years.
Why Lexington Homeowners Trust Opus
Lexington has one of the most architecturally diverse and historically significant housing stocks in Greater Boston. You've got 1700s Colonial farmhouses and Federal-era homes around the Battle Green and the Historic District (some with original wide-plank floors and the kind of plumbing retrofits done in the 1920s on top of original 1750s framing), mid-century Capes and Garrisons in neighborhoods like Pierce's Bridge and the Manor, and architect-designed modern homes throughout. A plumber working in Lexington needs to know what to expect behind a 270-year-old plaster wall and how to coordinate with the more recent code-current additions.
We're based in North Billerica, less than 15 minutes from Lexington Center, and we've been working in this town for two decades. That means we know which neighborhoods still have lead supply lines from the street side, which streets had the same contractor in the '80s who installed a particular boiler model that all seem to fail around the same time, and how to work carefully in homes where the trim and architectural details are part of the property's value.
Opus Plumbing & Heating LLC is owner-operated by Rick. The person who quotes the work shows up and does it. We don't push high-pressure renovations on homes that just need a repair, and we don't oversell replacement when a careful repair on a quality original fixture is the right call.
Plumbing & Heating Services We Provide in Lexington
Older-Home Plumbing & Repipes
Lexington has a lot of homes with mixed-vintage plumbing — original galvanized lines from the early 1900s, partial copper repipes done in the '70s, additions with code-current PEX. We diagnose what you actually have, find the failing sections, and recommend targeted repairs or partial repipes instead of automatically suggesting a full house rip-out.
Boiler & Steam System Service
Many Lexington homes still run steam or hot-water radiator heat. We service one-pipe and two-pipe steam systems, fix banging radiators (almost always a pitch issue), repair leaking valves, replace failed boilers, and work on hydronic baseboard and radiant systems.
Water Heater Installation & Repair
Tank, tankless, and hybrid heat-pump units. Lexington homes often have tight basement utility rooms — we measure before recommending so you don't end up with a unit that doesn't fit. Hard water is moderate here; we'll tell you if a softener pays for itself.
Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing for Renovations
Working with your contractor on a kitchen or bath remodel means handling rough-in changes, supply line updates, gas line moves for new ranges, and the final hookup. We've done enough of these in older Lexington homes to know what to expect when we open the wall.
Leak Detection & Pipe Repair
Slow leaks behind plaster walls, pinhole leaks in copper, frozen-burst pipes, and the slab leak that's been quietly raising your water bill. We find the source first before cutting open more wall than necessary.
Emergency Plumbing in Lexington
Burst pipe, no heat, sewer backup. Call (781) 879-2922. Lexington customers get priority response.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lexington
We work across all of Lexington. Areas where we get called most:
- Lexington Center & Historic District. Colonial, Federal, and early Victorian homes near Battle Green and the historic core. Common calls: galvanized pipe replacement, careful work around original trim, boiler service, steam heat repair.
- East Lexington. Mix of older homes and mid-century. Common calls: water heater swap-outs, drain cleaning, gas line work.
- North Lexington (Pierce's Bridge area). Capes and Garrisons from the '50s-'70s. Common calls: tankless conversions, basement waterproofing assistance, bathroom remodels.
- Lexington Highlands. Established neighborhoods with mature trees and aging sewer laterals. Common calls: root-intrusion sewer cleaning, sump pump replacement.
- South Lexington & near Route 2. Mix of newer and older homes. Common calls: boiler replacements, water heater installs, kitchen plumbing for remodels.
Common Lexington Plumbing Situations We Handle
"Our 1830s Colonial has knocking pipes whenever we turn on the upstairs tub."
Water hammer in an older home — the supply lines run unsecured through wall cavities and shift when flow changes suddenly. Fix is usually adding water hammer arrestors at the high-flow fixtures or properly anchoring the line. Quick, non-destructive fix in most cases.
"The radiator in the front parlor banged so loud last night it woke us up."
Steam radiator pitch is off — condensate isn't draining back to the supply and gets hammered when steam returns. We re-pitch the radiator, replace the air vent if needed, and the banging stops. Other plumbers tell people this is unfixable; it isn't.
"We want to add a master bath upstairs — is our plumbing up to it?"
Depends on the supply line capacity, vent stack location, and where the new drain ties in. We'll come look, assess, and tell you straight whether the existing system can handle the addition or whether you need to plan for a supply upgrade. Most older Lexington homes can handle the addition with minor work.
"We have a slow leak somewhere and our water bill is climbing."
Common causes: a slowly-leaking toilet flapper (cheapest fix), a hidden under-slab supply line pinhole, or an irrigation valve not closing fully. We have the equipment to test each possibility methodically.
Lexington Plumber FAQ
How much does a plumber cost in Lexington, MA?
Standard service calls in Lexington typically run $175-$325 for diagnosis plus a small repair. Water heater replacements: $1,500-$3,500. Boiler replacements: $7,500-$15,000+ depending on the system (steam, oil-to-gas conversions, and complex zoning bump the price). Lexington's older housing stock sometimes requires more careful work — we quote flat-rate before starting.
Do you specialize in older Lexington homes?
Yes. A meaningful portion of our work is in pre-1900 Lexington homes. We know what's behind 200-year-old plaster, work carefully with original fixtures, and don't damage trim or finishes.
Do you service steam heat?
Yes — one-pipe and two-pipe steam systems, common in older Lexington homes. Fewer plumbers know steam well now, which makes it harder to find someone competent when something goes wrong.
Can you replace lead service lines in Lexington?
Yes. Many older Lexington homes still have lead supply lines from the street to the meter on the homeowner side. Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is gradually replacing public-side portions; the private-side portion is the homeowner's responsibility. We can replace it and reconnect to the meter properly.
Are you licensed and insured in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts plumbing license, fully insured. Documentation available on request.
Schedule a Visit with a Local Lexington Plumber
Whether you're in Lexington Center, East Lexington, the Highlands, or anywhere in town, we'll show up on time, diagnose honestly, and give you a flat-rate quote before any work starts. Older homes don't scare us — they're a specialty.