Why Does My Water Pressure Fluctuate – Do I Need a Plumber?
As New York City plumbers, we get a lot of questions about water pressure. The most common question is why there is no water pressure. People also often want to know what causes a sudden…
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Why Is My Toilet Sweating? Do I Need a Plumber?
When your toilet is sweating, it does not mean your toilet has been working out too hard. Instead, the formation of water on the outside of the toilet happens due to high humidity and a…
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My Pipes Are Making Noises: Should I Call the Plumber?
We’re plumbers in New York City, and that means we get a lot of calls about noisy pipes. Sometimes pipes bang, clang, and clatter. As a homeowner, you’re understandably concerned. Pipes shouldn’t be making noises.…
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What is the Useful Life of a Gas Stove?
Every appliance has an expected useful life. This measure determines how long you can expect this appliance to safely work for you. For example, the expected useful life of a refrigerator is 12 years. A…
Yes, You Can Still Have a Gas Stove in Your NYC Apartment
If you’ve been suffering with less than stellar performance from your gas stove, but have been hesitant to have it repaired or replaced due to the NY ban on gas stoves, do we have good…
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Should I Be Stressed Out By Slow Drains?
“The water in our shower unit takes forever to drain,” Maggie said. “Like I get done, dry off, get dressed and ready to go – and the water is still two inches deep in the…
Drain Cleaning for Schools, Universities, Churches & Other Institutions
For institutions, drains present a problem. Colleges and universities may have hundreds of toilets on campus. Churches and schools often have kitchens where food waste and grease need to be disposed of. Keeping everything running…
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Rising Temps Stress HVAC Systems: Here’s What to Watch For
If this summer feels particularly hot to you, you’re right! Seasonal temperatures in NYC have been trending steadily upwards for years. The impact is more more pronounced in the winter than in the summer. The…
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What to Do When the Water Heater Stops Working
“It seems pretty clear that our water heater is on its last legs,” Diane said. “Sometimes there’s hot water, sometimes there’s not. There’s no rhyme or reason to it. So my question for the New…
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Kitchen Reno in Progress?
Many homeowners choose to renovate their kitchens on their own. DIY definitely saves time and money – but there are times it’s necessary to call in the professionals. For example: appliance installation. The appliances you…
Why Do Sprinkler Systems Fail? A Guide for NYC Business Owners
If you own a business in New York City, you’re likely aware that you’re required to have a fire suppression system. Sprinkler systems are there to protect your business & any other occupants of the…
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Can Water Pressure Cause Beauty Problems?
The luxurious high-style shower head that delivers intense water pressure might feel great, but it can leave you looking less than fantastic. Everyone is different, so the issues we’re about to describe might not concern…
Plumbing Issues to Address Before Selling Your NYC Home
There’s nothing like selling a home to make you realize how much you’ve learned to live with. Prospective buyers see every little fault, and can use them as negotiating points to lower the home’s price.…
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After Manhattan Garage Collapse, New Attention Paid to Building Violations
In April 2023, a three story Manhattan parking garage collapsed. One person was killed, and five people were injured. This spurred what the Guardian newspaper called “a race to check buildings”. There has been increased…
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When Should a Toilet Be Replaced?
It’s easy to take toilets for granted. They are part of everyday life. However, nothing lasts forever, and there does come a time when a toilet needs replacement. What are the signs a toilet needs…
What Can Be Done About Poor Water Pressure in Home Plumbing?
“We’ve inherited this house from my Mother,” Glen said. “And there’s always been a problem with the water pressure, as long as I can remember. The upstairs bathroom is especially bad. You turn on the…
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Getting a New Gas Stove For Your NYC Home? Here’s What You Need to Know
The kitchen stove is the definition of an essential appliance. On average, a gas stove lasts between ten to fifteen years. This means they do need to be replaced or upgraded fairly often. What are…
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Is Life Better with a Bidet?
During the pandemic, American homeowners – including plenty of folks right here in Whitestone – had their plumbers install bidets. Bidets became popular as part of the health and wellness priority trend associated with staying…
Where Did The Water Pressure Go?
“We have never had a problem with the water pressure before, but now, you turn on the shower and look.” Graine is a homeowner in the East Side. “It’s barely a trickle of water.” What…
Leaks Under the Kitchen Sink – How Serious Is This Plumbing Problem
“My sister just moved into a new place, so I went over to visit her. And in the course of showing me around, I see she has a bucket underneath her kitchen sink. There’s an…
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Signs It’s Time For Drain Cleaning: Spring Home Maintenance Tasks
If you’re a home owner, here in the University Heights area or elsewhere in New York City, you know that there are some household maintenance tasks that need to be done once winter is finally…
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Is My Plumbing Haunted? When The Pipes Rattle, Squeal or Whistle
“I have never in my life experienced plumbing being this noisy,” Shira said. “It makes me wonder if something supernatural is going on in this place.” What are the top complaints about noisy plumbing? Noisy…
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Why Are My Pipes Humming & Should I Be Freaking Out?
“So I actually just bought my home here in Queens Village. It’s so cute,” Macy said. “Of course I invited my bestie from college to come stay the weekend. And she’s the one who said…
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What Are the Signs Your Water Softener is Going Bad?
As New York City plumbers, one of the things we help homeowners with is water softener installation, repair and replacement. But sometimes people don’t know if it’s the right time to call for help. With…
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What To Do When The Gas Has Been Shut Off
There are few things more distressing than discovering the gas service has been cut off to your building. Without gas service, people can’t stay warm, cook food, or have hot water. It is not a…
What Type of NYC Properties Require a Backflow Prevention Device?
As New York City commercial plumbers, we know that the very first time many people become familiar with backflow prevention devices is when they receive a Violation notice from the NYC DEP. Certain types of…
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How To Tell If Your Pipes Are Frozen
Cold winter temperatures can cause big headaches for homeowners who don’t take steps to protect their pipes from freezing. How can you tell if your pipes are frozen? When you turn on the faucet and…
Imagine having a better bathroom
In a seven day week, how many days do you use your bathroom? Seven, obviously. The bathroom serves essential needs. We’re in our bathroom on a daily basis, but it’s an environment many of us…
Why Does The Shower Drain Always Clog Up?
“I think everyone has the household chore they hate,” Bill said. “For me, it’s dealing with the stupid shower drain. It feels like every single week my wife or daughter is saying “Dad, it’s clogged…
Do You Really Need a Bigger Water Heater To Be Happy?
Did you find yourself constantly running out of hot water during the Thanksgiving holiday? For Woodlawn families who suddenly have houses that are fuller than normal – with kids home from college and out of…
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What To Do When Your Thanksgiving Guest Flushes a Baby Diaper Down The Toilet, Causing a Big Mess
Well, we are plumbers in Crown Heights and not technically etiquette experts – let’s just start with that. But we do have first hand knowledge of how festive gatherings can often lead to holiday stress.…
Do You Know Which Favorite Thanksgiving Foods Will Absolutely Wreck Your Garbage Disposal?
Hello Folks – it’s me, your local TriBeCa plumber, who would really like to spend one Thanksgiving season without hearing from a panicked homeowner who’s sure they (or their beloved visiting relative) has killed their…
Now Is The Time to Prepare Household Plumbing for Winter Freezing Temperatures
Nobody wants frozen pipes. But here in Long Island City, temperatures are already starting to drop pretty quickly. Even before all of the autumn leaves are off the trees, freezing temperatures are expected. If your…
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How Replacing the Water Heater Increased Our Family’s Happiness
“For a while now, I’ve been looking into ways to help make my family happier,” Michelle said. “Reading the books, watching the TedTalks, even going to the therapist searching for some kind of deeper insight.…
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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Grease Trap Cleaning
This article is most likely to be of interest if you have a restaurant in New York City, specifically in the Upper East Side. Grease traps are a fundamental part of a restaurant’s plumbing system,…
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Toilet Trouble: When to Call the Plumber
“As a new homeowner, I don’t always know when I’m supposed to call the plumber and when a problem is a situation I am supposed to handle on my own. For example – my toilet.…
Things You Can Do Now So Your Pipes Won’t Freeze Later
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is officially over. And as plumbers in Bay Ridge, we know that the season after summertime fun is get ready for winter! Winter in…
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Is My Hot Water Tank Too Small?
“My family consists of me, my wife, and our twelve-year-old twin daughters,” Dominic explained. “Which is why I don’t understand why it is so impossible for me to take a hot shower. There are only…
When Adding A Half-Bath to the Home, Loop Plumber in Early
“We inherited this house from my husband’s family,” Glenda said. “And it’s not necessarily the most accessible for our son, who has some mobility challenges. One thing we’re doing to make life easier for everyone…
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Laundry Room Drains: Ignore Them At Your Peril
“In this family, it’s me, my husband, and our two daughters. Renee is our athlete while Danise is a little fashion model. It’s fair to say we do a lot of laundry!” April laughed. “But…
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It Takes Forever To Get Hot Water – Do I Need a Plumber?
“So here’s the situation,” Frank said. “I want to take a shower. Not in icy cold water, just a normal hot shower. So I have learned I need to turn on the water and let…
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Do You Call the Plumber For a Broken Dishwasher?
Dishwashers are appliances, so when they break, you call the appliance repair shop – right? Not necessarily. There are some times when a plumber is the appropriate professional to call for your dishwasher issues. Call…
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Do Drips Really Matter?
“Every faucet in our home drips, and it’s making me crazy,” Matti said. “My husband says it’s not a big deal. But I want to call in a plumber and have it dealt with. Who’s…
What To Do When The Toilet Won’t Flush
It’s an awful feeling when the toilet doesn’t flush properly. You did your part – pressed the handle – and now the toilet bowl filled with water and didn’t flush at all. Perhaps the toilet…
Improving Your Parent’s Bathroom Can Help Them Stay in Their Home Longer
If you ask a senior where they’d like to live during the rest of their life, you’ll discover that most will say “In my own home”. The reason many seniors can’t stay in their home…
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Why Does The Toilet Never Stop Running?
As plumbers in Queens, we hear lots of questions about toilets. In this article, we’re going to cover the most common concerns people have about their toilets, including: Why does the toilet never stop running?…
Getting a Second Opinion: Is Repiping Really Necessary?
“So I am in a bit of a situation here,” Glenn said. “All the time we’ve had the house, I’ve never needed to call a plumber. Then we get a little leak in the bathroom…
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Why is the Water Coming Out of the Faucet Brown All of a Sudden?
Living in New York City, you have a reasonable expectation that when you turn on the faucet, the water that comes out will be clean, clear, and odor free. So when brown water emerges from…
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A Plumber’s Guide to Ice Makers: 3 Common Questions Answered
As New York City plumbers, we get a lot of questions about home appliances and how they relate to your home’s plumbing. Summer is coming, or so we’ve been told, and that means it’s a…
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Did Your DIY Plumbing Project Get Way Out of Hand?
“When you watch someone installing a new sink on YouTube, it doesn’t look that difficult,” Greg said. The Queens homeowner had a downstairs half-bath that needed updating, and he’d decided to do the job himself.…
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What to Do When There’s No Hot Water
Finding out you have no hot water is never pleasant. If you’ve ever stood there, letting the tap run, keeping your fingers under the icy torrent, praying that it would just start getting warmer, you…
Why Not Treat Yourself to a Nicer Bathroom?
When families are just getting started, they have to prioritize their spending. Things the kids need are near the top of the list. But eventually, kids grow up and move out. That may be when…
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What To Do When The Toilet Keeps Backing Up
One of the really great things about home ownership is sometimes plumbing problems happen and you don’t know what to do about them. Sometimes you can resolve an issue yourself, without needing to call the…
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I Have No Hot Water – What Do I Do?
“I kind of knew there was something wrong with my water heater,” Frank said. “Each day, the water seemed to be getting less and less hot. And this morning when I was going to get…
My Kid Flushed Peppa Pig Down the Toilet – Now What Do I Do?
“My daughter Yasmine has a Peppa Pig toy she has with her 24/7. And she’s at that age where you can’t turn your back for a minute. Two seconds in the bathroom, and I hear…
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I Think My Pipes Are Leaking – What Do I Do?
“When I opened up my water bill, my jaw hit the floor!” Stephanie said. The East Village homeowner had never seen the bill that high in her life. “So I asked my sister, what should…
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Why Are My Pipes So Noisy & Should I Care
As a plumber near Belmont, one of the things I’m often asked about is noisy pipes. Some people have very noisy plumbing. While this is far from ideal, they live with strange gurgling sounds in…
Spring Means It’s Time to Check Your Sump Pump
Springtime in New York is wonderful, no doubt. Here in the Brownsville area, it gets really pretty in places. But we’re plumbers, not landscapers, so we wanted to take this minute to talk to area…
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What to Do If the Faucet Breaks in Your Apartment
“Honestly, I don’t know what happened,” Warren said. “Even though I was right there when it happened.” While attempting to get some water for his plants, Warren had the faucet in his Chinatown kitchen break…
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Why Is The Sink Draining Slowly?
As a plumber near Bayside, one of the problems we frequently hear about is slow drains. This could be the drain for the kitchen sink, it could be the drain in the bathroom sink or…