Nationwide Plumbers is a NYC Licensed Master Plumber (License #2023), in business since 1984, offering 24/7 emergency plumbing in Woodlawn. We repair boilers, water heaters, sewer lines, gas piping and fixtures for homes and small buildings. Call 718-748-2727.
Woodlawn, also called Woodlawn Heights, sits at the northern edge of the Bronx against the Yonkers line, between Van Cortlandt Park and Woodlawn Cemetery. Katonah Avenue is the main shopping street, McLean Avenue runs along the border, and the area is served by the Metro-North Harlem Line at Woodlawn station and the 4 train at its Woodlawn terminal on Jerome Avenue. The housing is mostly detached and semi-detached frame houses, two family homes and small apartment buildings.
For homeowners here, the plumbing is their responsibility, from the water meter to the sewer connection at the street. The common calls are no heat from an old boiler, a water heater that finally gave out, a basement drain backing up, or a leak in a hundred-year-old supply line. We handle those with 24/7 dispatch and written estimates, and free estimates on replacement work.
Services we offer in Woodlawn
- Boiler repair for one and two family homes
- Water heater replacement, tank and tankless
- Drain cleaning for basement and kitchen lines
- Sewer lateral camera inspection and repair
- Water service line replacement from the curb
- Gas leak detection and gas line repair
- Sump pump installation for wet basements
- Shop and restaurant plumbing along Katonah Avenue
Common plumbing issues in Woodlawn
Basement drains backing up in older homes
Many Woodlawn houses have a floor drain or laundry sink at the lowest point of the basement, tied into the house trap and lateral. When the lateral is partly blocked by roots or debris, the basement drain is the first place water appears. We clear the line, check the house trap, and inspect with a camera to see if the pipe needs work.
Water service lines from the curb
The pipe that brings water from the city main into a house belongs to the homeowner. In older homes it can be galvanized steel that has rusted down to a trickle. Low pressure on every fixture, not just one, is the usual sign. We replace the service line with copper and coordinate the required permits and the shutoff at the curb.
Boilers in two family houses
Two family homes often share a single boiler serving both apartments. When it fails in winter, two households are cold at once. Annual service catches worn burners, weak circulators and failing controls before they leave a family without heat, and an NP Care plan keeps that service on a yearly schedule.
Why Woodlawn residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Homeowner-focused service with clear written estimates
- Licensed Master Plumber #2023 and fully insured
- Technicians who speak English, Spanish and French
- Financing through Wisetack on replacement work
Service area in and around Woodlawn
We service all of Woodlawn, Bronx (ZIP 10470), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Norwood, Wakefield, Williamsbridge and Fieldston. For our full coverage, see our Bronx service area page.
Plumbing in Woodlawn: FAQ
Who is responsible for the water line from the street to my house?
In New York City, the property owner is responsible for the water service line from the city main to the house, and the sewer line from the house to the city sewer. We repair and replace both. See water service lines for what that work involves.
Does my Woodlawn house need a Local Law 152 inspection?
If it is a one or two family home, no. Local Law 152 covers larger buildings with gas piping. Small apartment buildings on Katonah or McLean may need one, and we perform those inspections and file the GPS2.
My water heater is leaking from the bottom. Can it be repaired?
A leak from the tank itself means the tank has corroded through and needs replacement. Leaks from fittings or the relief valve can sometimes be repaired. We check which it is and give a free estimate on a replacement if needed.
Do you install sump pumps in Woodlawn basements?
Yes. For basements that take on water in heavy rain, we install a sump pit and pump, discharging to an approved location, and add a battery backup if the homeowner wants protection during power outages.
