New York, USA (SEPTEMBER 15th 2014) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: When a Manhattan water line break occurs it requires prompt attention. That is regardless of if it is a main NYC water line, or a service line. But besides a prompt response, all aspects of the potential job...
No Water In House When Curb Valve Is Crushed
Many things can happen to cause no water in a house. On a recent Friday afternoon an unusual occurrence caused a homeowner to lose water service to their house. A utility drilling company was doing work outside in the roadway. The truck with the drilling auger on it...
Bronx Water Main Break Receives Emergency Service
A recent Bronx water main emergency was handled promptly and expertly by Balkan Sewer And Water Main Service. This case clearly shows why it pays to know who to call when a sewer or water main emergency occurs. A Bronx water main emergency unexpectedly occurs A...
Water Line Replacement Company Faces 24 Hours Of Challenges
The average person may view a water line replacement company as a boring place, with a mundane daily routine. But actually that is far from the truth. Each and every day sewer and water line replacement companies face new and unique challenges. Balkan Sewer And Water...
A Water Main Line Break Can Be Technically Challenging
A recent water main line break in Queens proved to be most challenging. Most water main contractors can handle typical underground leaks. But when unique situation present themselves, that's when a highly experienced plumber can show off their skill and expertise....
Water Valve Replacement And Repair Guide
When a water valve replacement is needed, some common rules apply to almost all jobs. Of course the first rule is to close the water supply first - you'd be surprised how many people forget to do that! But even closing the water supply has some guidelines. Always...
Water Main Material Cost And The Price Of Water Main Line Work
Water line repair and replacement cost is comprised of only a few different items. What may come a surprise to many people is that the water main material cost is a relatively small component of the total price. The material only comprises between 10% to 15% of the...
Queens Water Supply Line Destroyed By Electrolysis
A water supply line for a house in Southeast Queens recently broke that was only a year old. As most water lines last for over 50 years this break raised some suspicions. Typically a leak on a new line is caused from outside events such as being punctured or disturbed...
Manhattan Water Main Pipe Bursts Late On Easter Sunday
When a water main pipe bursts it is distressful at any time. But imagine it's Easter Sunday evening at 8PM. Now imagine your residential building also houses one of the most highly regarded Italian restaurants in all of Manhattan. To further compound matters the DEP...
Water Service Line Disconnection Work Must Meet DEP Code
When a water service line to a property needs to be disconnected permanently the work must meet certain requirements. A water service line disconnection is typically required when a building is being demolished. When a building is being demolished all service lines...
Main Water Line Leak At Brooklyn Shopping Center, Ralph Avenue
The Georgetown Shopping Center recently suffered an underground main water line leak. A main water line leak at a shopping center needs special consideration. Not only can service be interrupted for valued tenants with special needs, but shopper safety and convenience...
Emergency Water Main Leak? Balkan Sewer And Water Main Has Your Back
When an emergency water main leak occurs panic can set in. Emergency water main leak repair and replacement work is a specialty, so there is the question of who to call. Of course there is the question of what the repair cost will be to resolve a water main leak...