Nationwide Plumbers is a NYC Licensed Master Plumber (License #2023), in business since 1984, with 24/7 emergency service in Eastchester. We handle sewer and drain lines, boilers, water heaters, gas piping and fixtures for homeowners and landlords. Call 718-748-2727.
Eastchester sits in the northeast Bronx along the Mount Vernon border, around Boston Post Road and Dyre Avenue, where the 5 train ends at Eastchester-Dyre Avenue. The Hutchinson River Parkway runs along its eastern side. The housing here is mostly detached and semi-detached one and two family homes, many of them brick, with some garden apartments and small apartment buildings along the main roads.
Homeowners in Eastchester take care of their own systems, from the water meter to the sewer connection at the street. Most of our calls here are for basement drain backups, sewer laterals blocked by roots, boilers and water heaters near the end of their life, and leaks in older supply piping. We dispatch 24/7, give a written estimate before work starts, and replacement estimates are free.
Services we offer in Eastchester
- Sewer cleaning and root removal
- Camera inspection of house laterals
- Water heater replacement, tank and tankless
- Boiler repair and replacement for one and two family homes
- Backwater valve and sump pump installation
- Gas line repair and appliance hookups
- Bathroom and kitchen fixture replacement
- Financing through Wisetack on replacement work
Common plumbing issues in Eastchester
Roots in house sewer laterals
Street trees and backyard trees in Eastchester have had decades to grow, and their roots seek out the joints in older sewer pipe. The first sign is often a gurgling toilet or a slow basement drain, then a backup. We cut the roots, jet the line clean and run a camera to see how much damage the roots have done.
Backups into finished basements
Many homes here have finished basements with a bathroom or laundry. When the city sewer surcharges during a heavy storm, or the lateral is partly blocked, sewage can come up through the lowest fixture. A properly installed backwater valve, plus a clean lateral, protects the basement. We install valves where the plumbing layout allows.
Water heaters in tight basement spaces
Older homes often have the water heater squeezed into a corner with venting that was set up decades ago. Replacing it means checking the vent, gas line and clearances against current code, not just swapping the tank. We handle the whole installation, and for some homes a tankless unit frees up space.
Why Eastchester residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Free estimates on water heaters, boilers and sewer replacement
- NYC Licensed Master Plumber #2023, insured
- Spanish, English and French spoken
- Our own van-mounted jetter, with a 45-day guarantee
Service area in and around Eastchester
We service all of Eastchester, Bronx (ZIP 10469), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Wakefield, Williamsbridge, Co-op City and Allerton. For our full coverage, see our Bronx service area page.
Plumbing in Eastchester: FAQ
What is a backwater valve and does my house need one?
A backwater valve lets sewage flow out of the house but closes if the city sewer backs up toward it. Homes with basement fixtures that have flooded before are good candidates. We check your layout and give a written estimate. See sump pumps and flood protection.
How often should I have my sewer line cleaned?
If roots are the problem, many homeowners clean every year or two to stay ahead of them. A camera inspection after cleaning tells us how quickly roots are returning and whether a repair would end the cycle.
Can I replace a tank water heater with a tankless one?
Often, yes, if your gas line can carry the higher load and venting can be routed correctly. We check both before recommending it, and we give a free estimate for either option.
Do you work on the garden apartments along Boston Post Road?
Yes. We service garden apartment complexes and small buildings, including drain lines, boilers, water heaters and Local Law 152 gas inspections where they apply. Managing agents can request certificates of insurance before we start.
