Nationwide Plumbers is a licensed NYC Master Plumber (License #2023), in business since 1984, with 24/7 emergency service in Grant City. We clear drains and sewers, replace water heaters, repair boilers and fix gas lines. Call 718-748-2727.
Grant City sits on the East Shore around the Staten Island Railway station of the same name, with Hylan Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue as the main streets. Most of the housing is detached and semi-attached one and two family homes built across several decades, with storefronts, offices and restaurants lining Hylan. The blocks east of Hylan sit lower as the land falls toward the shore.
That low ground is part of what drives our calls here. After a heavy rain, a sewer that is fine on a dry day can push water back into a basement floor drain. We also see a steady run of water heaters reaching the end of their life, kitchen drains clogged with years of grease, and boilers that need attention before the first cold week. We give written estimates, and we answer emergency calls 24/7.
Services we offer in Grant City
- Basement backup cleanup and sewer cleaning
- Backwater valve installation to protect basements on low blocks
- Water heater replacement, tank and tankless, with free estimates
- Drain cleaning and hydro jetting for Hylan Boulevard restaurants and shops
- Boiler repair and annual inspections
- Toilet, faucet and fixture repair
- Gas line repair and gas restoration after a shutoff
- Commercial plumbing for offices and storefronts
Common plumbing issues in Grant City
Storm backups on the low side of Hylan
Homes on the blocks that slope toward the shore are more exposed when the street sewer surcharges in a downpour. Water comes up through the lowest drain in the house, usually the basement floor drain or laundry sink. A properly installed backwater valve on the house drain lets your waste out and keeps the street's water from coming in.
Water heaters at the end of their run
Many Grant City homes are on their second or third water heater, and a lot of them are past ten years old. Rust at the base, popping noises and lukewarm showers are the usual signs. We replace like for like or move you to a tankless unit, with a free written estimate before the work.
Grease in commercial kitchen lines
Restaurants and delis along Hylan Boulevard send a lot of grease down the drain over time. Snaking punches a hole through it, but the walls of the pipe stay coated and the clog comes back. Hydro jetting scours the pipe clean, and we can set a cleaning schedule so it does not shut down service on a busy night.
Why Grant City residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Licensed and insured since 1984, Master Plumber License #2023
- Free estimates on water heaters and other replacement work
- Same crew handles plumbing, sewer, gas and heating
- Financing available through Wisetack on larger jobs
Service area in and around Grant City
We service all of Grant City, Staten Island (ZIP 10306), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Dongan Hills, New Dorp, Midland Beach and Todt Hill. For our full coverage, see our Staten Island service area page.
Plumbing in Grant City: FAQ
Will a backwater valve stop my basement from flooding?
It stops sewage and storm water from the street sewer from backing into your house through the drains. It will not stop groundwater seeping through walls, which may call for a sump pump. We look at where the water is actually coming from before recommending either.
How long does a water heater replacement take?
A standard tank replacement is usually done in one visit once the unit is on site. Tankless conversions take longer because of venting and gas piping changes. We give you a written estimate and a schedule before we start.
Do you service restaurants on Hylan Boulevard?
Yes. We handle drain jetting, grease line cleaning, fixture repair and gas work for commercial kitchens, and we can schedule work around your hours. For buildings with apartments above, we also handle Local Law 152 inspections.
