Nationwide Plumbers is a NYC Licensed Master Plumber, License #2023, serving the Bronx since 1984. In Hunts Point we handle commercial drain and grease lines, backflow testing, gas piping, steam boilers and 24/7 emergency calls. Call 718-748-2727.
Hunts Point is a peninsula in the southeast Bronx, bordered by the Bronx River and the East River and best known for the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center, home to large produce, meat and fish markets. Around it are warehouses, food processors, distributors, recycling yards and truck depots. The 6 train stops at Hunts Point Avenue and Longwood Avenue, and the Bruckner Expressway runs along the north side.
A small residential core of pre-war walk-ups and rowhouses sits near Lafayette Avenue, Garrison Avenue and Hunts Point Avenue, and waterfront parks such as Barretto Point Park and Hunts Point Riverside Park line the shore. Most of our work here is commercial: high-volume drain lines, grease, backflow devices and gas service for food businesses. The apartment buildings need the usual steam heat and gas compliance work.
Services we offer in Hunts Point
- Commercial plumbing for food processors, distributors and warehouses
- Grease line and floor drain hydro jetting
- Backflow preventer testing and installation with city filing
- Floor drain, trench drain and sewer line repair
- Commercial gas line installation and repair
- Steam boiler repair for residential walk-ups
- Local Law 152 gas inspections for multifamily and mixed-use buildings
- 24/7 emergency service for businesses that run around the clock
Common plumbing issues in Hunts Point
Grease and food waste in processing facilities
Food businesses in Hunts Point wash down floors and equipment constantly, sending grease, fat and food solids into floor drains and trench drains. Without regular cleaning, lines clog and back up into work areas, which stops production. We clear lines with our van-mounted jetter, camera them for damage, and set up a cleaning schedule matched to how fast your lines build up.
Backflow devices on high-use water services
Food processors, wash-down operations and buildings with boilers or fire lines need backflow preventers to keep contaminated water out of the city supply. Every device must be tested yearly and the results filed with the city. We test, repair and replace assemblies, keep records for each device and handle the filing. See backflow testing.
Businesses that cannot shut down
Many Hunts Point businesses run overnight or around the clock, so a plumbing failure at 3 a.m. is a real emergency. We dispatch 24/7 for clogged drains, broken water lines and gas problems. For planned work, we schedule around your shifts and deliveries to keep downtime as short as possible.
Why Hunts Point residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Our own van-mounted jetter for heavy commercial lines
- 24/7 dispatch for businesses that never close
- Certificates of insurance for landlords and facility managers
- Licensed Master Plumber, License #2023, since 1984
Service area in and around Hunts Point
We service all of Hunts Point, Bronx (ZIP 10474), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Longwood, Port Morris, Soundview and Crotona Park East. For our full coverage, see our Bronx service area page.
Plumbing in Hunts Point: FAQ
How often should a food business jet its drain lines?
It depends on volume and what goes down the drain. Busy processing and wash-down operations may need jetting every few months or more often. After the first cleaning, we review the camera footage and recommend a schedule based on how quickly grease and solids build back up.
Can you test all the backflow devices in our facility at once?
Yes. We can test multiple devices in a single visit, repair or replace any that fail, and file all results with the city. That keeps your facility in compliance without several separate appointments.
Do you work on the residential buildings in Hunts Point?
Yes. We service steam boilers, gas lines, drains and fixtures in walk-ups and rowhouses, and handle Local Law 152 inspections for multifamily buildings. Owners can set up a property management account.
