24 Hours Plumbing

Septic Company in Queens, New York

3.9(22 reviews)
(917) 965-8298103-10 Queens Blvd, Queens, NY 11375View on Yelp
24 Hours Plumbing - septic in Queens, NY

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About 24 Hours Plumbing

24 Hours Plumbing operates in Queens, New York, offering around-the-clock plumbing, water heater, and septic services to residents and property owners who can't afford to wait for a next-business-day appointment. Rated 3.9 across 22 customer reviews, they've handled a solid volume of jobs in a borough where plumbing and sewer issues can escalate quickly in dense multi-family housing. Queens has a mix of attached homes, apartment buildings, and commercial properties, each presenting different system demands. The 24-hour availability is a real differentiator when a backup or burst pipe hits at 2 a.m.

Services

Plumbing
Water Heater Installation/Repair
Septic Services

Services & Process

24 Hours Plumbing covers three main service areas: general plumbing, water heater installation and repair, and septic system services. Plumbing work spans drain clearing, pipe repairs, fixture replacements, and sewer line diagnostics. Water heater services include both tank-style and tankless unit installations, plus troubleshooting when a unit stops heating properly or begins leaking. On the septic side, they handle pumping, basic inspections, and emergency response when a system backs up. Having all three service areas available around the clock means one provider can handle cascading issues without handoffs.

Service Area

24 Hours Plumbing is based in Queens and serves the broader New York City area with particular emphasis on residential and commercial clients throughout the borough. Their round-the-clock schedule means they're available across Queens neighborhoods from Bayside to Far Rockaway. They also serve customers in nearby areas of Long Island and other NYC boroughs depending on the job.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you really respond to septic emergencies at night and on weekends?
Yes, the 24-hour availability applies to septic and sewer emergencies, not just plumbing calls. Sewage backups in particular are health hazards that shouldn't wait until Monday morning, so overnight and weekend dispatch is a core part of how they operate.
Can a plumber also handle a septic backup, or do I need two separate companies?
24 Hours Plumbing covers both, which is a significant advantage when you're not sure whether the backup is coming from a pipe blockage or an overwhelmed septic system. One technician can assess the full picture rather than two separate contractors pointing at each other.
How much does emergency septic service typically cost compared to a scheduled visit?
Emergency calls generally carry a higher service fee due to the after-hours or weekend response. The exact premium varies, but you can expect to pay somewhere between 25% and 50% more than a standard daytime appointment, depending on the scope of work.
My water heater is near my septic system. Could a leak cause damage to the system?
A significant water heater leak that introduces a large volume of water into your drain lines can overwhelm a septic tank by flooding it with clean water, which disrupts the bacterial treatment process and pushes solids into the drain field. If you're dealing with both a water heater issue and slow drains at the same time, it's worth having both checked together.
What should I do while waiting for an emergency plumber to arrive?
Stop using all water in the home, including toilets, sinks, and showers, to avoid adding more flow to a backed-up system. If you can locate your main water shutoff and there's a burst pipe involved, turning it off will limit damage until help arrives.
Are septic inspections required when selling a home in Queens?
Properties connected to city sewer don't typically require a septic inspection at sale, but any property with a private septic or cesspool system should be inspected before closing. Buyers and their lenders often require it, and it's better to know about problems before they become deal-breakers.

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