Emergencies
A burst pipe or a flooding basement. The first five minutes decide how bad it gets.
Bergen County, New Jersey
Fix what you can. Hire well for the rest.
Practical plumbing advice for Bergen County homes, from a dripping faucet to a flooded basement. When you do need a professional, search near your town and verify the New Jersey license in a minute.
Topics
Clogs and drains
Kitchen sinks, tubs, toilets and the old sewer lines under many Bergen County streets.
Hot water
Looking after a water heater, and knowing when it has reached the end.
Steam and hot water heat
Older Bergen County houses often have radiators. They are simple systems once you understand them.
Kitchen and bath fixes
The small repairs that save a service call, with honest notes on how hard each one is.
Upkeep and hiring
Seasonal checks, and how to hire a plumber in New Jersey without regretting it.
How to use this site
Safety comes first
Learn where the main shut-off valve is today. For a gas smell, get outside and call your gas utility or 911.
Find your problem
Browse by topic. Each guide gives the likely cause, the tools and the time involved.
Stop where it says
We mark the point where a homeowner should hand over to a licensed master plumber.
Hire with confidence
Search near your town, then verify the license with the State of New Jersey before work begins.
Plumbing tips
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Water heater noises: what each sound means
Rumbling, popping, hissing, ticking or a high whine from the water heater each point to something different. Most are harmless with a little attention; one or two are not.
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Replace your washing machine hoses before one of them bursts
A burst washing machine hose pours out water at full mains pressure, and it is one of the most common causes of home water damage. Ten minutes and two new hoses remove the risk.
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How to unclog a toilet without making a mess
The right plunger, the right technique, and a toilet auger for the stubborn ones. Most blocked toilets are cleared in a few minutes, and none of it needs chemicals.
Need a professional?
When it is more than a quick fix, search for plumbers near your town and verify the New Jersey license in a minute.