Plumbers in Fishtown
A burst pipe or a water heater that dies on a Sunday doesn't wait for business hours, and older rowhome plumbing (galvanized pipe, small water heaters tucked into tight closets) isn't always straightforward for a plumber who hasn't worked in Philadelphia's older housing stock. Below are plumbers worth having saved before you need one.
What to know in Fishtown
- Save a plumber’s number before you need one. A frozen or burst pipe in winter is the classic emergency, and having someone already picked out saves real time.
- Older rowhomes sometimes still have galvanized piping, which corrodes and clogs differently than modern copper or PEX — mention your home’s age when you call.
Where to go
East Philly Plumbing & Heating
24/7 emergency plumbing and heating serving the River Wards.
John Neill Plumbing & Heating
Longtime Fishtown plumbing and heating company on E Girard Ave.
Plumbing Pals
24-hour plumbing service based right in Fishtown.
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Common questions
Do I need a plumber who specifically works on older homes?
It helps. Many Fishtown rowhomes still have some original galvanized piping, and a plumber used to that (versus only modern PEX and copper) will diagnose problems faster.
Is 24-hour emergency plumbing common in the neighborhood?
Several plumbers serving Fishtown offer 24-hour emergency service — worth confirming when you call, and saving the number before you actually have a burst pipe.
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