Free
Ongoing
Plumbing inspection
A full check of your pipes, fixtures and water heater.
$200 minimum purchase. Not combined with other offers.
Book with thisSame-day plumbersfor Somerset &Central Jersey
Leaks, clogs, water heaters and sewer lines. Book by 9 a.m. and Mike's there the same day.
4.9 from 174 Google reviews
- You call or bookBook by 9 a.m. and we're there the same day.
- We look firstFind the cause, not just the symptom.
- You get optionsAn upfront flat-rate price. You choose.
- We fix it rightBacked for a year on parts and labor.
What's going on?
Tap your problem. Red ones mean call now. The rest open a quick guide: what to try, and when to stop and call.
Your local plumbers, not a call center
A dripping trap is a weekend problem. Water through the ceiling is a right-now problem. Either way, you want someone who answers, shows up when they said they would, and fixes it properly.
Plumbing Doctor is Mike Holt, a veteran and NJ Master Plumber with 30 years in the trade. He works out of Somerset and knows the cast-iron stacks, old galvanized lines and sump pits of Central Jersey homes.
What we fix
Drains, water heaters, leaks, sewer lines and the jobs in between, for houses and small businesses across Central New Jersey.
Clogged drains
Kitchen, tub or the basement floor drain. Snaked or jetted, then camera-checked if it keeps coming back.
Fix my drain
Water heaters
No hot water, a leaking tank or a pilot that won't stay lit. Tank and tankless, repair or replace.
Fix my hot water
Leaks & burst pipes
Ceiling stains, wet drywall, a pipe that froze. We find it, fix it and tell you what caused it.
Fix my leak
Sewer & water lines
Backups in the lowest drain, gurgling toilets, roots. Camera first so you see the problem yourself.
Fix my sewer line
Toilets & fixtures
Running toilets, weak flush, faucet swaps, garbage disposals. Small jobs done right.
Fix my toilet
Sump pumps
Tested before the spring rain, replaced before it fails, battery backup if you lose power.
Check my sump
Gas lines
New range, dryer or grill lines, pressure tested and to code. Smell gas? Leave the house and call your gas company.
Run a gas lineSwipe for more
Need a plumber tonight? Call Plumbing Doctor
Pipes pick bad times to fail: the night before a holiday, the morning of a showing, two in the morning in January. That's why a real plumber answers 908-873-6686 around the clock.
Price first, every timeWe look, explain what's wrong and give you an upfront flat-rate price. You decide before any work starts. The $49 service call is waived if you go ahead with the work.
- 4.9★Google rating
- 174Google reviews
- 24/7Phones answered
- #36BI01345600NJ Master Plumber · veteran-owned
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Master plumber
Mike holds NJ Master Plumber license #36BI01345600. You get the license holder, not a subcontractor.
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We show up
Book by 9 a.m. for same-day service. We give you a window and keep it.
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Clean work
Shoe covers, drop cloths, and we haul the old parts away.
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Flat prices
An upfront flat-rate price before work starts. If the job changes, we ask first.
Why Somerset calls us back
Most of our work comes from neighbors and repeat customers. We'd rather fix a problem once and explain how to keep it from coming back than sell you a job you don't need.
The Plumbing Doctor Promise: if it's not right, we come back and make it right. Every job is covered for 1 year, parts and labor.
Coupons & specials
Mention the coupon when you call, or show it on your phone when we arrive. One per visit. New offers every month.
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Ongoing
Seniors, veterans & first responders
From one veteran-owned business to you.
Show ID at the visit. Not combined with other offers.
Book with this$75OFF
Ongoing
Toilet installation
A new toilet we supply, installed and sealed.
$500 minimum purchase. Not combined with other offers.
Book with thisFix it yourself, or call?
Plain answers from a master plumber. Some of these you can handle in ten minutes. Each guide tells you exactly when to stop and pick up the phone.
Find and shut your main water valve
Every adult in the house should know where it is before something bursts.
Stop and call if the valve won't turn or water keeps running after it's closed.
Clear a slow drain without chemicals
Hot water, a plunger and a hair snake fix most sink and tub clogs.
Stop and call if more than one drain is slow, or water comes up in the tub when you flush.
Stop a toilet that keeps running
Usually the flapper or the fill valve. Both are cheap parts.
Stop and call if it leaks at the base or the tank is cracked.
Why is my water pressure low?
One faucet is usually a clogged aerator. The whole house points to the main valve or the pressure regulator.
Stop and call if the whole house is weak and the main valve is fully open.
Keep your pipes from freezing
Shut outdoor spigots, open sink cabinets on exterior walls, keep the heat at 55°F or higher.
Stop and call if a tap gives no water in a freeze. A frozen pipe can split when it thaws.
Is that a sewer backup?
Gurgling drains, a sewage smell, water in the basement floor drain.
Call now and stop using water. Don't run laundry or flush until it's checked.
Homes and small businesses
Central Jersey has every kind of plumbing: 1920s cast iron in Bound Brook, 1970s split-levels in Franklin, new builds in Hillsborough. We've worked on all of it.
At home
- Drains, toilets and fixtures
- Water heaters and softeners
- Leaks, repiping, sump pumps
- Pre-purchase inspections
For business
- Medical offices
- Schools
- Apartment buildings
- Scheduled maintenance
Google reviews
What neighbors say
4.9174 reviews
Mike works quickly and is transparent with pricing. He's trustworthy, reliable and brings his own shoe covers.
Had backup and they came out in half hour on a Sunday and got the blockage resolved. They cleaned up after themselves. Very very professional people.
They tell me what is worth doing or not doing, and won't try to upcharge me. The work is always great. They are my go-to!
Found my outdoor cleanout that was covered up for years and no other company could find! … They use drop cloths and clean up when they are done.
Very knowledgeable, attention to detail, extremely neat and organized. We highly recommend Plumbing Doctor.
Water on the floor right now?
Call. A licensed plumber answers day or night, talks you through stopping the water, and gets on the road.
908-873-6686Nights, weekends and holidays: emergency visits are an extra $250, paid upfront. We tell you on the phone before we drive out.
Do this now
- Shut the main valve. Usually where the water line enters, near the meter.
- Kill power to anything wet, from the breaker panel, if you can reach it dry.
- Open a low faucet to drain the pipes and take pressure off the leak.
Questions we hear a lot
How much does a plumber cost in Somerset?
Every job gets an upfront flat-rate price after we look, before any work starts. The service call is $49, and it's waived if you go ahead with the work. We don't post price ranges, because no two houses are the same.
Can you come today?
Book before 9 a.m. and we'll be there the same day. For an emergency, call any time.
Do you charge extra at night or on weekends?
Yes. Emergency visits on nights, weekends and holidays are an extra $250, paid upfront.
What warranty do you give?
1 year on parts and labor.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, through Wisetack. Ask about it when we give you the price.
How long does a water heater last?
Most tank heaters in New Jersey last 8 to 12 years. Hard water and skipped flushing shorten that.
How do I keep pipes from freezing?
Disconnect hoses, shut and drain outdoor spigots, open cabinets on outside walls and keep the house at 55°F or higher.
Why is my water pressure low?
One faucet: a clogged aerator. Whole house: a partly closed main, a failing pressure regulator or old galvanized pipe.
Should I snake or hydro-jet my drain?
Snaking clears a clog. Jetting scours the pipe walls and is better for grease and recurring roots. A camera check tells us which.
Which towns do you cover?
Anywhere within about 60 miles of Somerset. Not sure if that includes you? Call and ask.
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