NYC Water Main Pipe Installation

Throughout the five boroughs of NYC, Harris Water Main and Sewer is your first call for all sub-surface installation and repair needs. We perform water main pipe installations in NYC for residential and commercial properties. Our company is fully insured, and we maintain our standings as a licensed Master Plumber for Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, and the Bronx. To every job site—whatever the size, time frame, or location may be—we bring the necessary knowledge, labor, and over a hundred years of experience.  

When you choose Harris Water Main and Sewer for your water main pipe installation in NYC, you receive the best service and care available.

Standard Procedure for New Water Main Installations 

  1. The first task for any sub-surface service is to locate the city water main in the roadway. Generally, this will be on the same side as any city manholes or fire hydrants.   
  2. After locating the city main, our contractors will break into the roadway and on part of the sidewalk, roadway, or your property.  
  3. A three to five–foot hole is made in the two locations. This is where the majority of work will take place. 
  4. Using a compressor, a small tunnel is made, connecting the two hole sites. 
  5. The new water main pipe is connected to a chain and fed through the small tunnel—starting from the roadway and ending at your property. 
  6. At this point, the new copper pipe is hooked up to the city tap connection in the roadway. A new control valve is fitted and connected to the new pipe and the plumbing to your house.  
  7. The final task for installing a water main is returning the property, sidewalk, and roadway back to its original functional state. All holes are refilled, pavement is added, and concrete is poured and leveled. 

Emergency Repair and Replacement 

In addition to new water main pipe installation in NYC, the contractors at Harris Water Main and Sewer are equipped for time-sensitive sub-surface replacement and repairs. If you have received a DEP violation or notice, you may need to take immediate action. If you currently find yourself in a situation where emergency water main services are necessary, please give us a call now. Our team is equipped to handle urgent installation and repair cases in NYC.

Contact Harris @ 718-280-9525
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Harris helped me quick with an unexpected water pipe break. Arrived within half hour of a call..quick estimate and the job was completed within 3 days and they took care of the city notices! Pricing also very reasonable. Recommended to those in quick and responsible work 👍read more
Nancy Elizabeth Leon
Nancy Elizabeth Leon
21:18 24 Jul 20
I can’t praise Harris Water Main and Sewer Contractors Inc. enough. From the opening estimate with Elvis to the completion of a sewer line put in correctly, their work was outstanding! They worked hard and precisely to save a precious tree that survived generations, and was almost in line with the sewer pipe. Even though the crew was tired they made the effort to put back hedges and bushes to their original place on my yard. Days later, they replaced the cement sidewalk beautifully! Elvis responded promptly to our pleas of urgency right away. We had a backed up sewer line and knew that it needed to be replaced immediately because we had raw sewage surging from the pipe. We had received 2 other quotes and Harris Sewage was the most reasonable. Elvis was very fair, honest and knowledgeable. Their competitors in comparison were dishonest and scammers, trying to pad the bill with unnecessary extras such as, tree removals, a new sewer trap, and additional pipe replacements that were totally unnecessary. A few days later a crew arrived at 8:00 am and worked tirelessly, digging a 25-foot long trench that was 10 feet deep and 5 feet wide. They found that the ceramic pipe was broken and raw sewage was leaking into the ground! They braced the dirt with wood and replaced the pipe in a day and a half! Danny was an outstanding superman who and worked tirelessly from 8:00-5:00 even in the pouring rain! They were honest workers and did their job well and with integrity even when I wasn’t supervising them! I am so grateful for these guys and Elvis and would personally recommend them whole-heartedly!read more
melissa paige
melissa paige
02:39 18 Jul 20
As COVID-19 cases were hitting peak levels in NYC in April, my building’s sewer line collapsed. Sheltering in place with total septic failure is not a fun place to be. Not able to travel to friends or family and with no public alternative available given the lockdown, things were ripe and uncomfortable for my family and the other people living in the building. Harris Water Main and Sewer to the rescue! Soup-to-nuts, these guys got the job done (the soup was nasty). These guys pulled emergency permits and got to work immediately. They worked into the night to get my job done in three days. They worked professionally and safely. These guys really know their stuff. This was no small undertaking and they aced it. I also shopped their quote and they were right in line with the competition. After seeing their work product firsthand, I would use them again in a heartbeat. I hope I never have to!read more
Nathaniel Newlin
Nathaniel Newlin
16:59 17 Jul 20
Harris company replaced my broken pipe in street after I find out it was broken. The company very nice and they give me very good price better then the other companies. They do very good job for everything and workers very good people
David Hernandez
David Hernandez
16:33 26 Jun 20
I Had a broken sewer line problem, I decided to look for a sewer contractor to fix my problem after We jet several times of our sewer line. I found Harris on Google and reviewed all their good and bad comments before I chose them. They were easy to communicate and finished replacing my sanitary sewer line quickly and professionally. I had few issues with the job, but their managing group contacted me right away and solved the problem with me. Fair price & good communication.read more
Apple Zhu
Apple Zhu
15:22 24 Jun 20
Thankful to have found a professional and honest company! I received A violation from DEP for my broken pipe and frantically searched for a few companies. Two companies gave me a very expensive price. Elvis from Harris gave me a very fair price but also mentioned that he didn’t think it was my pipe that was broken. As he suggested I called DEP to review again and indeed they agreed! I can’t thank Elvis and the entire team for being honest and professional! Note- I had the DEP insurance and like many others they denied the claim with no true explanation. I have since cancelled my policy!read more
Henry Pariago
Henry Pariago
11:55 05 Jun 20
I had a disaster earlier in the week when The water department told me my pipe was leaking in the street. I was referred to Harris who gave me the most reasonable price although I was not only seeking the lowest price. They were quick, professional and had my job done in one day!!read more
Phil Hansen
Phil Hansen
14:46 16 Apr 20
Thank you to the entire Harris Team! I was issued a DEP violation for a leaking water main which I thought was my neighbors problem. Long story short I was Told to call a company in Queens who was double the price of Harris. Harris was great all the way from a pricing perspective to the workers and office staff. They were all truly excellent!!!read more
Stu Lierman
Stu Lierman
17:03 12 Mar 20
Recently my issue backup and found out that it was broken. I get very nervous after hearing what another company tell me it cost to fix. My friend tell me to call Harris who gave me a price much less then other company and they did the great work very fast. Very good work for Harris and Elvis who helped me the entire jobThank youread more
Juan Betaco
Juan Betaco
09:58 26 Feb 20
Harris stepped up when our basement was a sewage flood zone a few days before Christmas and got two big jobs done on time and on budget. Both the inside and outside sewer pipe jobs had frustrations along the way for Lyndon, Stanley and their guys (late inspectors, etc) but both crews were friendly, helpful, respectful of our property, and flexible with our requests. It is not luck, I know, but focus, judgement and energy that builds good teams like yours.read more
Richard Nalley
Richard Nalley
15:57 25 Dec 19
Right through the last holiday week, Thanksgiving, these guys worked as needed to get our house of worship open with water and sewer. Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture says Thank you! WATER IS LIFE and this crew knows it!
Rebecca Lurie
Rebecca Lurie
23:40 23 Dec 19
Harris Water Main & Sewer was amazing!I worked with Elvis and his crew. They were absolutely professional. Initially, I thought my plumbing problem was a burst, leaking external sewer pipe from my basement to underneath the sidewalk, and that 8 feet of the sewer pipe had to be replaced. The Harris team dug approx. 8-10 feet deep into the sidewalk and quickly saw that all the external sewer pipes connected to the main city spur were burst and had to be replaced (over 15 feet). They went above and beyond and replaced all 15 feet with new pipes.They got the job done swiftly and professionally. No time was wasted - the crew was courteous and did their job well. They placed in new sewer pipes, filled in the sidewalk hole and placed in new cement for the sidewalk at the end. It was a great experience working with Harris.Tony C.Queens, NYread more
Antony Chow
Antony Chow
17:29 19 Dec 19
I received a 3 day notice on Thursday and honestly had no clue what to do, I was in a panic. I found Harris Water and happy I did so, they were extremely professional, their price was lower than all of the other quotes I received and Elvis who made the site visit was excellent to work with. The water main was installed the very next day and DEP was off my back! I was also made aware that they were in business for more than 100 years which made me feel very comfortable.Thank you to Harris for the quick and professional work!read more
Mike Ashey
Mike Ashey
20:42 14 Dec 19
This is the best company in every single aspect, if you have to deal with replacing you pipes due to low pressure or no water cases. The crew is amazing, the office is on top of things and you will probably get the best price compared to all those companies you are researching, dealing with this issue. I would like to thank Harris for their professionalism and incredible job they have done! 5+++ STARS easily!read more
Antonios Chasiotis
Antonios Chasiotis
14:34 18 Oct 19
My water main broke last Feb. of this year . Asked a few companies to give me a quote for it and this guy Elvis from Harris water main caught my attention . He’s so knowledgeable in regards to this matter. They are efficient and trustworthy. I definitely recommend this company to anyone needing their plumbing done.read more
Jaime DelCorro
Jaime DelCorro
17:17 28 Aug 19
Thankful for the reference to Harris from Ajax plumbing after 3 plumbers and one other water main company I was grateful for a professional assessment and estimate of the job. The job ended up being two days rather than one which did not matter as I was so happy to have a major sewer issue fixed. While I hope during my lifetime to never have to deal with a break in the sewer line again if the stars are not in my favor and it happens again I know who to call on.read more
Erica Phillips
Erica Phillips
02:58 25 Aug 19
Harris Water Main helped prioritize my job when I had an emergency water main break that was flooding my basement. Workers also returned promptly to repair concrete flags for my sidewalk. In 2 quick jobs I was done and the workmanship was top notch.read more
Jonathan Grover
Jonathan Grover
00:09 23 Aug 19
My family and I were in such a bind when a pipe in our front lawn broke. We were quoted the best price and in such a small time frame, they completed the work swiftly and efficiently. We would recommend them over and over again to everyone we know.read more
Jasmine Tucker
Jasmine Tucker
20:45 14 Aug 19
My family and I were in such a bind when a pipe in our front lawn broke. We were quoted the best price and in such a small time frame, they completed the work swiftly and efficiently. We would recommend them over and over again to everyone we know.read more
Jasmine Tucker
Jasmine Tucker
20:44 14 Aug 19
Harris Water Main and Sewer is a well established company and I would highly recommend them because:1. By far the best prices 2. Customer service that actually services the customer 3. Expert knowledge of their craft4. Delivering on every item quoted on contract in a timely and efficient manner 5. AN ACTUAL COMPANY (Not a bunch of independent contractors)After getting several quotes, opinions and assessments, there was no question to which company to choose to remedy our situation. I will strongly recommend Harris to any and all that finds themselves in the same predicament as we were inread more
Eric Williams
Eric Williams
06:50 08 Jun 19
I wanted to take the time to write this review for Harris Water main. I appreciate them resolving my water main and fire sprinkler issue after a frigid winter. They were able to complete the work efficiently and I trusted the workers inside and out of my house.I appreciate the most that they were able to work with me financially and understood the crisis my issue was giving me. The management was great in that aspect and the phenomenal ladies in the office were extremely personable and a true breath of fresh air every time I walked in the office. I would recommend them to anyone in need and hopefully I won't need them anytime soon but I would 100% use their services again. Appreciate you all and keep up the great work!read more
Donald Daal
Donald Daal
12:56 12 May 19
Found out my sewer was broken and needed emergency repair. Called Harris after receiving 4 referrals, seems that everyone I asked pointed me in this direction. They gave a competitive price, completed the work quick and very professional.
Anthony Stanow
Anthony Stanow
14:58 02 May 19
Recently had to deal with a broken sewer for my elderly parents after receiving a city violation. Harris came in and did not try to sell me an entire new sewer like others. They were professional, very fairly priced and got the job done quickly!read more
charity sloan
charity sloan
17:11 18 Apr 19
Recently became aware of a sinkhole in front of my house and determined that my sewer line was broken. I reviewed and met with a few companies to gain a better understanding of what was needed. I am happy to have met Mike Kayne from Harris. He was patient with all of my questions, didn't try and force me into a quick decision like others. And most of all he actually gave me a cost effective option to repair a section of my pipe which nobody else did. After further explaining the risk with this I decided to replace the entire sewer line but did feel a level of comfort just for the fact that Mike gave me the option. He also advised on all variables to take place during the installation process. One week later my new sewer is installed and running well!Thank you to Mike, Millie and the entire staff for handling my situation like professionals.read more
Adam Sacs
Adam Sacs
14:41 06 Apr 19
Harris gave us the best quoted price and delivered on time. They were quick and efficient. Would recommend all needing service and repair to give them a call!
Joann A
Joann A
17:24 20 Mar 19
Harry Water Main is an excellent company and does great work. If you have a water main break, look no further. They are fast and responsive.
Marc B
Marc B
18:27 05 Feb 19
Recently used Harris Sewer after my insurance company denied a claim for my broken sewer. They claimed the pipe was back pitched and not covered under warranty. I received several estimates from private firms who were all trying to either sell me an entire new sewer or trying to charge me an exorbitant amount of money.Finally I was referred to Harris who advised that they could repair just a section of the pipe if we were able to identify where the back pitch was located which was later provided by the insurance company.Long story short, the work was completed with a DEP inspection and all in one day. Thank you Harris Sewer!read more
David Oragano
David Oragano
01:32 05 Feb 19
I was on the brink of disaster two days ago when my water main cracked and water was leaking back into my house. I called Harris who calmly walked me through the process to completing the work and even better, had the worked completed the very same day. I really want to thank the entire staff for being so professional when I may have been excited and keeping composure. Thank you!!read more
Talya Bernhart
Talya Bernhart
23:01 23 Jan 19
Before I moved into my house in Brooklyn 5 years ago, the inspector advised me to replace the sewer and water lines going from the street to the house. (At that time, it still had the original lead water pipe from 1902, when the house was built!) I'm so glad that someone referred me to Harris. They did a most excellent, totally professional job. This is not one of those fly-by-night companies (so prevalent in Brooklyn) that are more intent on avoiding paying their business taxes than on doing a good job. It was amazing to see, but this company does this every day and they really know their stuff! I recommend them without reservation.read more
Shoshke-Rayzl Yuni
Shoshke-Rayzl Yuni
21:05 06 Jan 19
We had a broken sewer pipe. From the very beginning they were very professional. They came out and gave us a quote. They called to schedule a day for the job. They showed up on time and got the job done. They came back at a later date and repaved the road in front of our house. I was impressed when they followed up with a thank you for service and a copy of our full paid invoice. I did not expect this type of treatment. Usually after the job is done the consumer usually hears nothing from the business. Overall, I am satisfied with the job. I only pray that where they replaced will not have any future problems.read more
Djah Wyn
Djah Wyn
17:20 03 Jan 19
These guys were on point and worked on my property super quick. I had a main pipe coming from the street going into the property break down on a HOLIDAY 3 DAY WEEKEND. These guys filed for city permits asap and worked on my property efficiently. The whole team was very professional and courteous. If I ever need help again, I'll be reaching out to them for sure.read more
Leonardo Molina
Leonardo Molina
05:47 22 Dec 18
I received a 3 day notice from DEP and contacted Harris Water Main. They were recommended by a close friend that works with the city. Harris immediately put me at ease and said they would take care of everything. They got all the permits and did the work within the 3 days. I would definitely recommend Harris Water.read more
Aurea Zeiders
Aurea Zeiders
13:58 10 Oct 18
I was fairly upset when I got a 3-day notice from the city about my leaking water main, in fact i really didn't know what to do. I called my regular plumbers, but they said they weren't equipped to do this job. Thankfully they referred me to Harris. We quickly got an appointment scheduled for them to come out and take a look. Once I got the estimate and paid the deposit, they took over, getting all permits and applications, handling the 3-day notice, etc. I didn't need to lift another finger. The job itself was big and messy and loud, but I don't think there's any other way to repair something buried in the sidewalk and your driveway. I was impressed with their speed and efficiency. They got here first thing in the morning and the primary job was done before close of business. Two other crews came by in the following days to do the final repair on the road and my driveway. In all, getting the notice was super stressful and no one likes to pay a bunch of money out of the blue, but given that there was no way out except to fix it, Harris gave me a ton of peace of mind and took the job completely off my plate. I would definitely use them again.read more
Scott Alexander
Scott Alexander
17:12 09 Oct 18
When I got a three day notice from the city, I knew that I needed to find someone who could come ASAP to fix the issue or else the water would be shut off. I turned to Harris water main and Sewer contractors for help. They came within a few days to assess the site and the problem and sent a team to come fix it pretty soon. They finished the job pretty quickly and cleaned up any residue from the work and made it look just like before the construction took place. I am really grateful for Harris to be able to come as soon as they did and in doing such a great job.read more
Jeff Lin
Jeff Lin
14:58 30 Aug 18
The week before Christmas my neighbor informed me that he believed my sewer line was leaking into his basement. This was confirmed and I had three companies come out and give me quotes. I was the fourth house on our Clinton Hill block to do this work and I'm the only one who was thrilled by the company that I hired (one house on the block is still waiting on the repairs to the section of the street that was opened which gets performed after the final payment which is due when work is done). This crew worked incredibly long hours and was completely professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone. The proposal was actually a bit lower than the others I received and there was very little cleanup required in my basement (i had expected a total disaster). They were very clear about how the process would go along and answered all my questions.read more
matthew Pillsbury
matthew Pillsbury
21:30 05 Feb 18
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