Water Main Repair in New York City, NY

When your water main fails, you need a contractor with deep NYC expertise and a proven track record. Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors has served New York City property owners for over 100 years, specializing in water main repair, replacement and emergency services across Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business with licensed master plumbers, we understand the unique challenges of NYC’s subsurface infrastructure and the urgent nature of water line failures.

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Signs You Need Water Main Repair in NYC

Recognizing the warning signs of a failing water main can help you address problems before they escalate into costly emergencies. Property owners should watch for these common indicators:

Low water pressure: A sudden drop in water pressure throughout your property often signals a leak or break in your water main.
Water pools on your property: Unexplained wet spots on sidewalks, streets or in your yard may indicate an underground leak.
Discolored or rusty water: Brown or yellow water typically means corrosion or sediment from a damaged pipe.
Unusually high water bills: A spike in your water bill without increased usage often points to a hidden leak.

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Our Water Main Repair Services in New York City

At Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors, we handle all aspects of water main repair and replacement for residential and commercial properties throughout NYC. Our services include:

Emergency water main repair

We provide 24/7 emergency response to fix water main breaks, offering rapid solutions to minimize property damage and restore your water service.

Water main leak repair

Our team uses advanced detection methods to locate leaks and perform precise repairs that comply with all NYC regulations.

Complete water main replacement

If repair isn’t viable, we can handle full water main replacement, using durable copper piping between your building and the city connection.

Lead and galvanized pipe replacement

NYC law regulations often require full replacement rather than repair of lead or galvanized water mains. We specialize in replacing lead water mains with copper, ensuring your property meets current code requirements.

DEP violation resolution

We remove Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) three-day notices by performing compliant repairs and obtaining all necessary permits.

Extensive experience

We have over 100 years of NYC experience, which means we've seen and solved every type of water main challenge in the five boroughs.

Licensed master plumbers

Our team holds the credentials and expertise required for all subsurface water main work in New York City.

Emergency availability

Water main emergencies don't follow a schedule. Our specialists are available when you need us to provide fast solutions.

Full regulatory compliance

We handle all DEP permits, inspections and street opening permits, ensuring every project meets city standards.

Transparent pricing

We provide detailed estimates that account for pipe size, distance to the city main, roadway conditions and all other cost factors.

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Fully Licensed, Highly Rated

Discover why homeowners and businesses trust Harris Water Main & Sewer for reliable and expert service. With consistently high ratings and glowing testimonials, our commitment to customer satisfaction shines through.

Mike was extremely helpful and explains the process.

Jeffrey Moser

All the men were polite, on time, and got the job done efficiently. They were great!

Eve Gigliotti

Harris Water was very prompt in providing service. MIKE and the team did a great job. They were on time and delivered great service. I would recommend Harris Water for your plumbing needs…

Tracy Gardenhire

Great experience, work done in a timely manner, very professional..will definitely recommend

Katora Taylor

The workers were personable, and did their job well, with only one issue. The issue being, the toilet does not seem to be working after the apartment's water supply was restored. However, that may be an issue to discuss with the landlord, rather than the plumbing company, itself. I will edit this review accordingly, when I have the answer.

Shade Blackwood

Got the job done in one day and very professional. Benji and John Deere did a great job

Matthew Nguyen

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Get Quality Water Main Repairs Today

Whether you’re dealing with an emergency water main break or planning a scheduled replacement, Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors delivers reliable solutions. Our team serves property owners throughout Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. Call us at 888-469-8752 or reach out online to discuss your water main repair needs and get a quote.

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