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We are based in Clifton, NJ and serve Clifton, Passaic, Paterson, Nutley, Belleville, Bloomfield, Garfield, Lodi, Wallington, Lyndhurst, Rutherford and many other towns across Passaic, Bergen and Essex counties.

Yes. We provide residential and commercial plumbing, drain cleaning, heating, cooling and gas piping services.

Faucet, fixture and pipe repairs, plumbing, drain cleaning, central A/C service, gas piping, boiler and radiator repairs, furnace and heating repairs, and more. If you do not see your problem listed, call and ask.

Call or text (862) 684-2187, or send a message through the contact form. Tell us what is happening and we will explain what the job involves and what it will cost before work starts.

In many cases, yes. Because we do plumbing, heating, cooling and gas piping, you do not need to call three different companies for related problems.

Leave the building right away without using switches or lighters, then call your gas utility's emergency line or 911 from a safe distance. Do not go back inside until it has been cleared.

Often a worn cartridge or washer is a quick, affordable repair. If the faucet is badly corroded, discontinued or repeatedly failing, replacing it usually costs less over time. We will tell you which makes sense before any work starts.

Yes. We can install customer-supplied faucets and fixtures, and we will let you know if anything about the fixture or the existing plumbing could cause trouble.

Unexplained water stains, a musty smell, the sound of running water when everything is off, or a sudden jump in your water bill are all warning signs. Call us and we will track it down.

Shut off the main water valve right away, open a faucet to relieve pressure, and call us. If water is near electrical outlets or panels, stay clear and keep power off to that area.

Many tank-style heaters run roughly 8 to 12 years depending on water quality and maintenance. If yours is older and starting to leak or rust, replacement is usually the safer choice.

Rumbling or popping is commonly caused by sediment built up at the bottom of the tank. Flushing can help on newer units, but a very noisy older tank may be close to failing.

Usually a worn flapper or fill valve that is not sealing or shutting off properly. It is typically an inexpensive repair and fixing it stops a surprising amount of wasted water.

We generally advise against them. Harsh chemicals can damage older pipes and fixtures and often only punch a small hole through a clog instead of removing it. Mechanical cleaning is the better fix.

If only one sink or tub is slow, the clog is probably local. If several fixtures drain slowly or back up together, the blockage is likely in the main line and needs prompt attention.

Cooking grease cools and hardens inside the pipe, catching food particles and building up over time. Wiping pans into the trash before washing helps a lot.

Common causes include tree roots entering the pipe, grease and wipes building up, and aging or damaged sections of line. Cleaning clears the blockage, and recurring problems may mean the line needs further evaluation.

If wastewater is coming up into your home, stop using water and call us right away. It is a health concern as well as a property concern.

Anything other than toilet paper and human waste, including so-called flushable wipes, paper towels, cotton products and feminine products. They cause many clogs and sewer backups.

Low pressure can come from a small leak in the system, a failing expansion tank or a faulty relief valve. Boilers should not need frequent refilling, so recurring pressure loss is worth having checked.

An annual tune-up before heating season is the usual recommendation. It helps catch small problems early and keeps the system running efficiently.

Water trapped in the pipe or a radiator that is not pitched correctly is the usual cause. It is often fixable with adjustments or valve replacement.

If the repair is minor and the furnace is in good shape, repair is usually the better value. If it is old, breaking down repeatedly or the repair costs a large part of a new unit, replacement may save money in the long run. We will give you an honest opinion.

Early fall, before the first cold snap, is ideal. Booking before the rush means more flexible appointments.

Common causes include a dirty filter or coil, a failed capacitor or fan, restricted airflow or a refrigerant problem. A proper diagnosis finds the real cause instead of guessing.

Ice usually points to poor airflow or low refrigerant. Turn the system off and let it thaw, then call us. Running it frozen can damage the compressor.

Once a year, ideally in spring before the cooling season. It is simple preventive care that avoids many summer breakdowns.

Do not use switches, lighters or phones inside. Leave the building immediately, then call your gas utility's emergency line or 911 from a safe distance. Once it is safe, we can help with repairs.

In most New Jersey towns, yes. Permit and inspection requirements vary by municipality, and we will tell you what applies to your job.

Gas connections are best left to a qualified professional. A small mistake can cause a leak, so we leak-test every connection before the appliance is used.