Nationwide Plumbers is a NYC Licensed Master Plumber, License #2023, in business since 1984. We dispatch 24/7 in Richmond Hill and South Richmond Hill and handle sewer lines, boilers, repiping, water heaters, gas lines and drain cleaning. Call 718-748-2727.
Richmond Hill is one of the oldest planned neighborhoods in Queens, and its blocks near Forest Park still have many Victorian and Queen Anne frame houses from the late 1800s and early 1900s, with porches, deep lots and full basements. South of Atlantic Avenue the houses tend to be later two-family frame and brick homes. Jamaica Avenue runs under the J train, and Liberty Avenue under the A train carries a busy commercial strip in South Richmond Hill.
Old frame houses carry old plumbing. Many have been converted into two or three apartments over the years, with bathrooms added and piping modified. We see aging galvanized lines, cast iron drains, original clay sewers and boilers working harder than they should. We serve all of Richmond Hill and South Richmond Hill, 24/7, with a written estimate before any job begins.
Services we offer in Richmond Hill
- Repiping Victorian and early 1900s frame houses
- Sewer line inspection and sewer replacement
- Steam and hot water boiler repair and replacement
- Gas line repair and gas leak detection
- Water heater installation for converted multi-unit houses
- Drain cleaning and hydro jetting for Liberty Avenue restaurants
- Water service line replacement
- Frozen and burst pipe repairs
Common plumbing issues in Richmond Hill
Frozen pipes in old frame houses
Victorian houses were not built with today's insulation, and pipes that run along exterior walls, under porches or through unheated additions can freeze in a hard cold snap. A split pipe often shows up only when it thaws. We repair burst lines and reroute or protect pipes that keep freezing, so the same wall does not flood every winter.
Clay sewers under deep lots
Houses set far back on deep lots often have long clay sewer lines to the street, many original. Roots and shifted joints are common, especially near large trees. A camera inspection shows where the line has failed. We offer clearing, spot repair and full replacement, with financing through Wisetack available on larger jobs.
Conversions that outgrew the plumbing
Houses divided into multiple units often share one water heater, one gas service and one drain line that were sized for a single family. The result is low hot water, slow drains and gas piping that has been extended many times. We assess the whole system and correct the parts that are undersized or unsafe.
Why Richmond Hill residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Licensed Master Plumber since 1984, License #2023
- Experience with century-old frame houses
- Financing through Wisetack and free estimates on replacements
- 24/7 emergency dispatch
Service area in and around Richmond Hill
We service all of Richmond Hill, Queens (ZIP 11418, 11419), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Kew Gardens, Woodhaven, Ozone Park, South Ozone Park, Jamaica and Briarwood. For our full coverage, see our Queens service area page.
Plumbing in Richmond Hill: FAQ
How do I keep pipes from freezing in an older Richmond Hill house?
Keep heat on in all areas with plumbing, insulate pipes in exposed spots and shut off and drain outdoor faucets before winter. If a pipe keeps freezing, it may need to be rerouted inside the heated space. We can look at problem spots and handle emergency repairs when a pipe bursts.
Is it worth repiping an old house all at once?
If the supply lines are galvanized and you have low pressure or repeated leaks, a full repipe usually costs less over time than repeated patch repairs. Some owners do it in stages. We give a free written estimate for both approaches.
Do you service restaurants on Liberty Avenue?
Yes. We clear restaurant drains, jet grease lines, repair water heaters and test backflow preventers. Our van-mounted jetter service comes with a 45-day guarantee, and we dispatch 24/7 for emergencies.
