Residential Plumbing Services
Master Plumber Bob Sessa provides direct, expert plumbing repairs for private single-family homes in Bay Ridge and nearby Brooklyn.
Residential Plumbing Repairs
Bay Ridge Private HomesLeaking water pipes under kitchen sinks, running toilets, worn shutoff valves, and ceiling water drips require proper diagnostics and heavy-duty repairs. Bob Sessa brings 40+ years of Brooklyn plumbing knowledge directly to your front door.
- ✓ Pipe leak repair & copper repiping
- ✓ Toilet tank rebuilds & seal replacements
- ✓ Under-sink water shutoff valve replacement
- ✓ Faucet drip & cartridge repairs
Drain Cleaning & Unclogging
Kitchen, Bath & Laundry LinesClogged kitchen sinks, backing-up bathtub drains, or slow laundry lines are cleared safely and effectively using professional mechanical snakes and cutters — never harsh corrosive chemicals that damage your home's pipes.
- ✓ Kitchen sink grease & food clogs
- ✓ Bathtub & shower hair blockage removal
- ✓ Slow draining wash basins
- ✓ Trap replacement & cleanout servicing
Fixture Installation
Toilets, Faucets, Sinks & ValvesInstalling new plumbing fixtures requires absolute precision to prevent silent water leaks. Bob installs high-performance toilets (Toto, American Standard), heavy-duty tub shower valves (Gerber, Delta), and quality brass shutoff valves.
- ✓ High-efficiency toilet installation
- ✓ Kitchen pull-down faucet installation
- ✓ Tub & shower diverter valve replacement
- ✓ Garbage disposal replacement
Water Heater Repairs & Replacement
Domestic Hot Water SystemsIf your water heater is leaking water from the tank bottom, making loud rumbling noises, or failing to heat properly, call Bob immediately. He evaluates whether a simple component fix (relief valve, thermal couple) works or if replacement is needed.
- ✓ Domestic water heater tank replacement
- ✓ Temperature & pressure relief valve fixes
- ✓ Hot water line shutoff valve replacement
- ✓ Hot water pressure troubleshooting
Leak Detection & Pinpointing
Hidden Leaks & Water StainsCeiling water stains or wet spots in your basement often originate away from where the water drips. Bob’s 40 years of local experience allows him to trace ceiling water leaks back to old lead bends, cracked tub overflow pipes, or loose floor flanges.
- ✓ Bathroom-to-ceiling leak tracing
- ✓ Old lead bend & floor flange diagnosis
- ✓ Bathtub overflow gasket inspection
- ✓ Under-cabinet hidden leak detection
What Bob Does NOT Do
Please note: Bob specializes in private single-family home plumbing. He does NOT perform any type of gas work, and does not service co-ops, condos, or commercial buildings.