Nationwide Plumbers is a NYC Licensed Master Plumber, License #2023, working in the Bronx since 1984. In Longwood we handle sewer and drain lines, boilers, water heaters, gas piping and building compliance, with 24/7 dispatch. Call 718-748-2727.
Longwood sits between Morrisania and Hunts Point in the South Bronx, with Prospect Avenue, Southern Boulevard and Westchester Avenue as its main streets. The elevated 2 and 5 trains run above Westchester Avenue, and the 6 stops at Longwood Avenue. The Longwood Historic District holds rows of early 20th century semi-attached brick and limestone two-family houses on blocks such as Beck, Kelly and Dawson Streets.
Beyond the historic blocks are pre-war tenements and walk-ups, newer affordable buildings and small commercial strips. The century-old rowhouses have cast iron drains, aging sewer laterals and, often, original or early gas piping. Walk-ups have steam boilers and risers that fall under city inspection laws. Con Edison supplies gas in Longwood, and when a leak shuts service off, we handle the repairs, testing and restoration.
Services we offer in Longwood
- Cast iron drain and stack repair for historic rowhouses
- Sewer line repair and replacement
- Hydro jetting, 45-day guarantee
- Hot water and steam boiler repair and replacement
- Gas line repair and gas restoration after a Con Edison shutoff
- Local Law 152 inspections and GPS2 filings for walk-ups
- Galvanized pipe replacement and repiping
- Water heater replacement for two-family homes
Common plumbing issues in Longwood
Century-old drains in rowhouses
The rowhouses in the Longwood Historic District date from the early 1900s, and many still have cast iron drains and stacks from that era. Over time they rust through, crack at the joints and develop sewer odors. We inspect with a camera, replace only the failed sections where possible, and work carefully to protect original interiors.
Two-family houses with shared plumbing
Most Longwood rowhouses are two-families, sharing one water service, one sewer line and often one boiler. A clog or breakdown affects both apartments, and owners who rent one unit get the call. We fix the problem and can add separate shutoffs so one apartment can be serviced without cutting off the other.
Gas piping in older buildings
Early gas piping in rowhouses and walk-ups often has threaded joints and fittings that have loosened or corroded over the decades. Walk-ups with gas piping need Local Law 152 inspections, and any leak found must be repaired before gas is restored. We handle the inspections, repairs, pressure tests and restoration. See Local Law 152.
Why Longwood residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Experience with historic rowhouses and older two-family homes
- Gas compliance and restoration handled start to finish
- Technicians who speak English, Spanish and French
- Licensed Master Plumber, License #2023, since 1984, with 24/7 dispatch
Service area in and around Longwood
We service all of Longwood, Bronx (ZIP 10459), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Hunts Point, Morrisania, Crotona Park East, Melrose, Port Morris and Mott Haven. For our full coverage, see our Bronx service area page.
Plumbing in Longwood: FAQ
Does plumbing work in the Longwood Historic District need special approval?
Interior plumbing is generally not reviewed by the Landmarks Preservation Commission, but work that changes the exterior, such as new vents or visible equipment on the facade, may need approval. We can point out which parts of a job could affect the exterior.
My two-family house has a sewer backup. Who should I call?
Call us at 718-748-2727. We dispatch 24/7, clear the line, and camera it to find out why it backed up. If there is a break or root intrusion, we explain the repair options and give you a written estimate before any further work.
Do I need a Local Law 152 inspection for my rowhouse?
Not if it is a one or two-family home. Local Law 152 covers buildings with gas piping other than one and two-family homes, so three-family houses, walk-ups and mixed-use buildings need periodic inspections and a GPS2 filing.
