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Water Heater Repair in Westford, MA

Westford is building two PFAS treatment plants for its town wells, due by December 2027, and National Grid supplies both its gas and electricity. If your water heater is leaking or cold, call and get a plumber out.

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Cold in Hot out 1 T&P relief valvedrips from high pressure 2 Anode rodused up, tank rusts 3 Dip tubecracks, hot runs out 4 Sedimenthard water, popping 5 Gas valveno heat, no pilot 6 Pilot & thermocouplepilot keeps going out
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Westford at a glance

What shapes water heater trouble in Westford

2

PFAS treatment plants under construction, due December 2027

Source: Westford Water Department
17.0 ppt

highest PFAS6 running average in 2025, against a 20 ppt limit

Source: Westford Water Department
0 of 60

homes over the lead action level in 2025

Source: Westford Water Department
70%

of Westford homes heat with gas

Source: US Census Bureau
Water

Town wells and new PFAS plants

The Westford Water Department's 2025 report says construction began in fall 2025 on two PFAS treatment plants that will use granular activated carbon, with completion expected by December 2027. In 2025 the highest PFAS6 running average was 17.0 ppt, under the state's 20 ppt limit. The water is filtered to remove iron and manganese and treated to reduce lead and copper at your tap. Lead at the 90th percentile was 2.9 ppb, with none of 60 homes over the action level.

Homes

Newer houses, mostly gas

Census estimates put the median Westford home at 1983. About 16% were built before 1940 and about 21% since 2000. About 79% are detached houses and about 14% of households rent. Gas heats about 70% of homes, oil about 16% and electricity about 9%. The town says National Grid provides both natural gas and electric service.

Permits and pickup

Permit first, then E.L. Harvey

Massachusetts requires a permit for plumbing and gas work, including replacing a water heater, and the licensed plumber pulls it. Westford's Building Department issues permits for work regulated by the state codes.

E.L. Harvey picks up appliances and bulk metal by appointment for a fee: under 20 lbs is $24, 20 to 75 lbs is $44 and over 75 lbs is $100, with a limit of two items a week. Call 1-800-321-3002 to pay and schedule. The town notes that purely metal items can also go to Westford Metals at 69 Broadway.

Before the plumber arrives

Safe steps for Westford homes

  1. Leaking? Close the cold water valve on top of the tank.
  2. Turn off the gas valve or the breaker for the heater.
  3. Gas smell? National Grid serves Westford. Leave the house, call 911 from outside, then National Grid at 1-800-233-5325.
Service area

Where we take calls

Westford, Middlesex County, ZIP codes 01886. Not sure your address is covered? Call and we'll check.

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Services in Westford

Repair, replacement and emergencies

Plumber using a pipe wrench on the gas line of a tank water heater

Water Heater Repair

Gas, electric and tankless repairs, from pilot lights to heating elements.

Learn moreHot water running with steam from a copper kitchen faucet after a water heater repair

No Hot Water

Cold shower this morning? Get the cause found and fixed fast.

Learn moreTank water heater leaking water from its base onto a basement floor

Leaking Water Heater

Water around the tank or a dripping relief valve. Act before it floods.

Learn morePlumber's tool bag, pipe wrenches and copper fittings beside a water heater

Emergency Water Heater Repair

Burst tank, gas smell or water everywhere. Call right away.

Learn morePlumber wheeling a new tank water heater through a home hallway on a hand truck

Water Heater Replacement

When repair no longer makes sense, get a new tank or tankless unit.

Learn moreWall-mounted tankless water heater with copper and brass water and gas lines

Tankless Water Heater Repair

Error codes, lukewarm water and scale buildup on tankless units.

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Questions

Westford water heater questions

Who is the gas company in Westford, MA?

The state's gas provider map lists National Grid for Westford. If you smell gas, leave first, then call 911 or National Grid at 1-800-233-5325 from outside.

Is Westford treating its water for PFAS?

Yes. Two PFAS treatment plants using granular activated carbon have been under construction since fall 2025, with completion expected by December 2027.

How do I get rid of an old water heater in Westford?

E.L. Harvey picks up appliances and bulk metal by appointment; items over 75 lbs are $100. Call 1-800-321-3002.

Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Westford?

Yes. State rules require a plumbing or gas permit, pulled by the licensed plumber.

Sources

Where these local facts come from

Figures are the latest published by each source. Pricing and availability are set by the plumber.

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