Nationwide Plumbers is a licensed NYC master plumber (License #2023), working since 1984, with 24/7 dispatch to Wakefield. We clear sewer and drain lines, repair boilers and water heaters, and handle gas piping for homes, landlords and shops. Call 718-748-2727.
Wakefield is the northernmost neighborhood in the Bronx, bordering Mount Vernon. White Plains Road is its main street, running under the elevated 2 train to the Wakefield-241st Street terminal, and the Metro-North Harlem Line stops at Wakefield station. Nereid Avenue and East 233rd Street cross the area, and the Bronx River runs along its western side. Housing is mostly one, two and three family houses, with some walk-up and mid-size apartment buildings near the main corridors.
Many Wakefield homes are owner-occupied two and three family houses with a rental unit or two. That means a single boiler, water heater or sewer line serves several households, and a failure affects everyone in the building. Landlords also need to keep up with violations and repairs. We work with homeowners and small landlords alike, dispatching 24/7 and quoting work in writing before it starts.
Services we offer in Wakefield
- Sewer line repair and replacement
- Sewer and drain cleaning for multi-family houses
- Boiler repair and replacement
- Water heater installation sized for several units
- Gas restoration after a utility shutoff
- Leak repair and repiping in older houses
- Commercial plumbing for White Plains Road storefronts
- Free estimates on replacement and installation work
Common plumbing issues in Wakefield
Several units on one sewer lateral
In a three family house, every toilet, tub and sink drains to the same lateral. A partial blockage that one family would barely notice becomes a backup when three households are running water. We clear the line, inspect it with a camera and tell the owner whether the pipe is sound or has roots, breaks or a belly that will keep catching waste.
Gas shutoffs in small rental buildings
If a tenant reports a gas smell and the utility finds a leak, the meter may be locked until the piping is repaired and tested. For a small landlord, that means tenants without cooking gas until a licensed plumber finishes the job. We locate the leak, make the repair, pressure test the system and work the restoration through Con Edison.
Water heaters undersized for the household
A 40 gallon tank installed when one family lived in the house rarely keeps up with three apartments. Tenants run out of hot water and the tank wears out early. We size a replacement for the real demand, which may mean a larger tank, two separate heaters, or a tankless setup.
Why Wakefield residents choose Nationwide Plumbers
- Experience with owner-occupied two and three family homes
- 24/7 dispatch for gas, no-heat and backup calls
- NYC Licensed Master Plumber, License #2023
- English, Spanish and French spoken
Service area in and around Wakefield
We service all of Wakefield, Bronx (ZIP 10466, 10470), for emergencies 24/7 and for scheduled work.
Nearby neighborhoods we also serve: Woodlawn, Williamsbridge, Eastchester and Norwood. For our full coverage, see our Bronx service area page.
Plumbing in Wakefield: FAQ
My tenant smelled gas and the utility shut the meter. What happens now?
A licensed plumber has to find and repair the leak, pressure test the piping and file the required paperwork before the utility will restore service. We handle the full process. Learn more on our gas restoration page.
How do I know if my sewer line needs replacement or just cleaning?
A camera inspection tells you. If the pipe is intact and the blockage was roots or grease, cleaning may hold for a good while. If the camera shows breaks, collapsed sections or a sag, repair is usually the better investment. We show you the footage.
Do you work on storefronts along White Plains Road?
Yes. We handle restroom repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, gas line work and backflow testing for businesses on White Plains Road and the nearby avenues. Planned work can be scheduled before opening or after closing, and emergencies get a 24/7 response.
Can I finance a new boiler for my two family house?
Yes. We offer financing through Wisetack for homeowners, and estimates on boiler replacement are free. You get the full written price, with the equipment and labor spelled out, before deciding whether to pay upfront or finance.
