New York Magazine

Plumbers

AC Klem Plumbing and Heating

46-16 27th St., nr. Skillman Ave., Long Island City; 718-433-2400

With radio-equipped trucks ready to get to any emergency, AC Klem has been a reliable choice for over 50 years. Plumbing installation and pipe- and drain-cleaning are a specialty. $-$$ (by appointment only)

Anchor Plumbing Corp.

449 Graham Ave., at Richardson St., Williamsburg; 718-383-5100; anchorplumbing.net

In operation since 1977, this crew specializes in residential plumbing and heating installation, particularly renovation projects. The company has worked in some of Manhattan’s most fashionable brownstones and high-rise buildings, earning the respect of high-end contractors and clientele. $$$ (by appointment only)

Demar Plumbing & Heating Corp.

147 Attorney St., nr. Stanton St.; 212-614-9717

Prompt and reliable, this family-owned company specializes in boiler installation/repair and sprinkler maintenance, although it is capable of taking on whatever renovation or repairs, often on short notice. $$ (by appointment only)

East Village Plumbers

156 2nd Ave., nr. 10th St.; 917-512-2385; eastvillageplumbersnyc.com

This company specializes in the installation of new fixtures such as Jacuzzis, sinks, and water heaters. It also provides bathroom remodeling. $$ (by appointment only)

Efficient Plumbing & Heating

580 Sackett St., nr. Third Ave., Park Slope; 718-237-4114

Working with residential and commercial clients, this ten-person team comes with 25 years of experience. Complicated renovation projects are a strength. $$ (by appointment only)

Fred Smith Plumbing

1674 First Ave., nr. 87th St., Ste. 1; 212-744-1300; fredsmithplumbing.com

These plumbers promise to be onsite within 15 minutes of your call and are prepared to tackle “virtually any job.” Should you need simple repairs, roof tank cleaning, drain clearing, or water purification, they have a technician for that. $$$ (by appointment only)

Gateway Plumbing and Heating

58 Watts St., nr. Varick St.; 212-980-0909; gatewayplumbing.com

A family-owned business in its second generation, Gateway offers an extensive repertoire of heating and plumbing repairs and installations, from large commercial kitchens to fine residential bathrooms. $$ (by appointment only)

Henry Myers Plumbing & Heating

440A 13th St., nr. Eighth Ave., Park Slope; 718-836-1324; henrymyersplumbing.com

Third-generation owner Timothy W. Myers is known for his custom bathrooms and kitchens. The company makes an effort to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and can handle solar panel installations and high efficiency heating projects. $$$ (ecofriendly) (by appointment only)

Jay Ell Plumbing & Heating

307 Seventh Ave., nr. 27th St., Ste. 2; 212-989-6670; jayellplumbing.com

Plumbing, heating, and drain-cleaning for your home, plus a 24-hour emergency service in case you spring a leak in the middle of the night. $-$$ (by appointment only)

Kapnag Heating and Plumbing Corp.

150 W. 28th St., nr. Seventh Ave., Ste. 501; 212-929-7111; kapnagplumbing.com

Kapnag serves all five boroughs and New Jersey, offering a wide range of heating and plumbing solutions for residential and commercial clients, from repairing a leaky faucet to full re-piping. $$ (by appointment only)

Little Italy Plumbing

186 Grand St., nr. Mulberry St.; 212-682-6455; littleitalyplumbingnyc.com

For more than 15 years, Little Italy has been serving residential and commercial clients, pumping septic tanks, cleaning out restaurant grease traps and offering repair services on washing machines, stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, and other large appliances. $-$$ (by appointment only)

Mac Felder

610 Eleventh Ave., nr. 45th St.; 212-877-8450

Since 1938 this company has had a reputation for fast, efficient work, doing repairs and installations for private clients as well as apartment buildings. $$ (by appointment only)

New York Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Corp.

87-71 Lefferts Blvd., nr. 89th St., Richmond Hill; 718-441-6800; nyplumbing.com

This large-scale plumbing company has the benefits of size (24/7 service, a wide range of services), but still maintains its local small-business customer service. Call on NYPHC for all general plumbing and maintenance needs. $-$$ (by appointment only)

N. Pagano Plumbing & Heating Contractors

370 E. 134th St., nr. Bruckner Blvd., Port Morris; 718-993-7337

Known for its outstanding customer service, this company excels in repair and maintenance work. Very quick to respond to calls, N. Pagano Plumbing often provides service when other plumbers are booked up. $$$ (by appointment only)

Ozery Plumbing & Heating

206 E. 119th St., nr. Third Ave.; 212-410-6800

A favorite of top architects and designers, this outfit offers high-end plumbing installation and service as well as heating and fire protection. Owner Ed Ozery and his team provide hands-on attention, planning, and supervision of your project. $$$ (by appointment only)

Pro-Tech Plumbing & Heating Corp.

11–12 Clintonville St., Whitestone, N.Y.; 718-767-9067; protech-plbg.com

This midsize firm offers a wide range of plumbing and heating services, including full-scale plumbing installation. Ready to take on jobs 24 hours a day, this team has won the appreciation of architects, contractors, and building managers in Manhattan and the surrounding area. $$ (by appointment only)

Ranger Plumbing

10-15 48th Ave., nr. Vernon Blvd., Long Island City; 718-392-6607

Call Ranger with your specialty plumbing project. This firm has experience working with fine imported equipment and vintage fixtures. If something is outside its expertise, Ranger will call in an outside specialist to get the job done right. $$$ (by appointment only)

John Sideris Plumbing

40-20 Ditmars Blvd., Astoria; 212-501-0971

Known for a roster of highly experienced plumbers, this firm reliably finishes projects on time and on budget. Sideris offers various other services as well: chimney relocation, kitchen installation, and more. $$$ (by appointment only)