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You open the latest gas bill and something’s off right away. It’s noticeably higher than what you normally pay, and there’s no obvious reason why. Before you assume a leak or blame the utility company, take a breath. A jump in your bill has plenty of possible causes, and most of them have nothing to […]

Heavy rain puts every part of a building’s plumbing to the test at once: drains, sewer connections, basement fixtures, and anything sitting below street level. In a city as dense and as old as this one, that stress shows up fast. Rainwater that would soak into open ground somewhere else has nowhere to go here […]

How to Find a Good Plumber in NYC: 12 Things to Check Before You Hire Something’s leaking, or the boiler’s dead, or a violation letter just showed up in the mail, and now you’re scrolling through search results trying to figure out who to call. Most people grab the first name that pops up. That’s […]

NYC Plumbing Violations Explained: DOB, DEP, Permits, Fines & How to Remove Violations (2026 Guide) If you own, manage, or are about to buy a building in NYC, a plumbing violation isn’t just paperwork — it can stall a sale, delay financing, hold up a Certificate of Occupancy, or trigger a stop-work order on an […]

Why Choose a Licensed Master Plumber? When it comes to plumbing issues—whether it’s a leaking boiler, dripping faucet, clogged drain, broken water heater, or a major sewer line repair—the first question most homeowners ask is: Who should I call? The answer is simple: always choose a licensed master plumber. Hiring a licensed professional isn’t just […]

DEP Violation – Determination of Theft of Services Cease & Desist Notice Corrections in Brooklyn & NYC If you’ve received a DEP Cease and Desist Notice for Theft of Services (TOS), don’t panic — Above & Beyond Plumbing & Heating is here to help. Our licensed master plumbers are experienced in correcting all DEP water […]