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Complete Bathroom Plumbing Services from Universe

Your bathroom contains more plumbing fixtures per square foot than any other room in the house. When any of them fails, you notice immediately.

Universe provides complete bathroom plumbing services across Long Island:

If your bathroom has a plumbing problem, contact Universe Home Services today for licensed service across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County.

(516) 473-0202


Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County’s Bathroom Plumbing Team

Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County homeowners call Universe when a bathroom plumbing problem goes beyond what a trip to the hardware store is going to solve.

Bathroom plumbing in Long Island’s older homes has specific characteristics that require experienced hands. Hard Rockland & Bergen County water leaves mineral deposits inside faucet cartridges, showerheads, and supply stops that accelerate wear beyond what manufacturer lifespan estimates assume.

Galvanized supply lines in homes built before the 1970s narrow from scale accumulation and affect water pressure. Drain assemblies in original bathrooms from the 1950s and 1960s are frequently undersized or incorrectly sloped. Universe licensed master plumbers have been working in these homes since 1954 and handle what they find.

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Why Work With Universe Home Services?

All bathroom plumbing work in Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County requires a licensed plumber. We perform every job with licensed master plumbers on staff.

Rockland & Bergen County’s hard water affects cartridge life, aerator condition, showerhead output, and drain assembly performance in ways a plumber unfamiliar with local water conditions will miss. We factor water hardness into every diagnosis and recommendation.

Since 1954, we have been in Long Island bathrooms. Seven decades of licensed plumbing work across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County means our plumbers know what to expect before the wall opens.

A leaking shower or a rocking toilet may involve water damage that is not visible from the surface. We tell you what we find when the wall or floor comes open, not what you want to hear.

Bathroom work frequently surfaces electrical concerns at the exhaust fan, GFCI outlet, or lighting circuit. We cover all three trades without a second contractor.

Bathroom plumbing that involves new rough-in, drain work, or supply line replacement requires a permit in most cases. We pull the permit and coordinate the inspection so you have documentation the work was done correctly.

Universe is a BBB Accredited Business. Seven decades of plumbing work across Long Island stands behind every bathroom we service.

We live and work on Long Island. Homeowners across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County rely on us because we know the homes here and we stand by the work.


An Easy, Stress-Free Scheduling Process

Getting licensed bathroom plumbing service should never feel complicated.

Universe Home Services makes the process easy from start to finish.

Call us or schedule service online at a time that works for you. Same-day availability is offered for active leaks or a bathroom that is out of service.

Your licensed plumber evaluates the specific problem and the broader plumbing condition of the bathroom. You receive a clear explanation of what was found and upfront pricing before any work begins.

All bathroom plumbing work is performed by licensed master plumbers to current plumbing code. Work is permitted where required. You get plumbing that holds up and is documented correctly.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

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4.8
Based on 7749 reviews
Susan Lembo
2 days ago
Tech was very knowledgeable and explained the results of his inspection.
Excellent, quick professional service. Will definitely use Universe again.
kurt simoncic
2 days ago
Very polite and respectful. Tech was very honest and friendly
Bob Edelman
3 days ago
Very professional service person
Carolyn Brunjes
3 days ago
Will was great ! very helpful !
Sheng Zhou
3 days ago
James is a great guy. He helped maintain the boiler and fixed the unit non-stopping fan. He also provided valuable information regarding the system. Highly recommended!
Christopher was very professional and very thorough I just became a customer of this company and I was extremely pleased with the boiler maintenance performed.
Melanie has been to my house twice now, once to install a water heater and water filter and today to replace a faucet for my powder room sink. Both times she was terrific. Very knowledgeable and professional. She took great care in her work.
Prasanth Nair
4 days ago
He saved the day… Came on time and finished job satisfactorily and professionally…
Bill Hagemann
4 days ago
2nd time using universal. From start to finish,excellent work. Bryan and Ryan were great.
Jessica Forcey
4 days ago
Sal worked with Joe on our boiler, they did a marvelous job. Their work is beyond exceptional. If I could give them 10 stars I would. They cleaned up after themselves and told me if I needed it or if we needed it any help with anything to call. I highly recommend them for any PLUMBING or Heating work that you need to have done thank you UNIVERSE for these great workers. I didn’t want to leave out Nick. He was great too, and I would give him 10 stars.
Jeron Chambers
4 days ago
Great service
Mark Platania
4 days ago
Universe is pretty good, they were here the next day after calling them to repair my AC unit. The guy Steve is very good at what he does, he came out twice to fix the unit outside and each time he knew exactly what it was and fixed it in no time.
Alix Bleek
4 days ago
Frank serviced my furnace. Was very knowledgeable
Professional, on time and knowledgeable
Dylan Allen was a knowledgeable, professional technician. He explained all he was going to do in a way I coukd understand it. He was very helpful if something was needed. He was very personable. He has been to my home on two different occasions and each time I was very satisfied.
Andrea Roberson
4 days ago
Grateful.
Will arrived on time. Was very professional and explained the entire process and condition of my heating system.
Melanie Swann
4 days ago
Excellent work!
Technician James arrived on time and carried out my yearly inspection of my tankless water heater to my complete satisfaction. He was professional and explained what he was doing and made recommendations to extended the life of my system. He was pleasant and also provided me with a detail report of the work he completed. I would strongly recommend Universe Home Service for any of your electrical and heating issues.
Derick Griffith
5 days ago
Frank was great and very professional.
Susan EMontagna
5 days ago
Great service. Bob knowledgeable courteous
This was service for my heating system to get ready for the upcoming winter season. The service technician Chester was on time and was very nolagable.
Keith B
5 days ago
Everything was excellent . They sent an entire team of techs that were each experts in their designated proficiencies. These guys were impressive and I’ve homes homes for 25 years. This group communicated in synch from consultation day one with a comprehensive review of my entire system to the ops team handling all administration to the techs instal day. They sent Advance team to coordinate the notes from the consult to ensure job accuracy. Competed the entire conversion in full one day , left everything spotless and took time to walk me through my new system . I hold this shop in high regard ! Thanks Keith B
LiRoPM CM
5 days ago
Will was great!

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Toilet Services

A toilet that runs, rocks, leaks at the base, or will not flush correctly is not a problem that resolves on its own. It gets worse or it gets expensive.

Universe repairs and replaces toilets across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County.

A toilet that runs continuously after flushing has a failed flapper, a fill valve that is not shutting off, or a float set incorrectly. Any of these waste a significant amount of water every day the problem continues.

A toilet that moves when sat on, or that shows water or a brown ring at the base, has a failed wax seal. Left unaddressed, the leak damages the subfloor and the ceiling of whatever is below the bathroom.

A toilet that requires multiple flushes has either a mineral-clogged rim or jet, a fill valve that is not filling the tank to the correct level, or a partial blockage in the trap or drain.

Toilets from the pre-1.6 gallon-per-flush era use significantly more water than modern units. Replacement with a current model reduces water consumption and eliminates recurring repair costs on aging internal components.

Shower and Tub Services

A shower that drips when off, delivers inconsistent temperature, drains slowly, or has a failing pan or surround is a plumbing problem, not a cosmetic one.

Universe services showers and tubs across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County.

A dripping showerhead or tub spout that continues after the handle is turned off has a worn cartridge or valve seat. The repair is typically a cartridge replacement, but in older homes with original valves, the cartridge may no longer be available and a valve replacement is required.

A shower that swings between hot and cold without the handle moving has a pressure-balancing valve that has failed. In homes without a pressure-balancing valve, which is common in older Long Island construction, temperature inconsistency may also result from pressure fluctuations in the supply lines.

Water behind a shower wall moves fast. A leaking pan or failed grout that has allowed water behind the surround requires opening the wall to assess the substrate and structural damage before any new fixture goes in. We handle the full scope.

A drain that backs up despite clearing points to a problem beyond the trap: a drain assembly that is pitched incorrectly, a branch line that is partially blocked, or an original drain that is undersized for the home’s usage.

Sink and Faucet Services

Bathroom sink and faucet problems range from a nuisance to a water damage risk depending on what is happening and how long it has been going on.

Universe installs, repairs, and replaces bathroom sinks and faucets across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County. We can help with:

A dripping faucet wastes water every day it runs. The cause is almost always a worn cartridge, a failed ceramic disc, or a degraded O-ring. Rockland & Bergen County’s hard water accelerates cartridge wear faster than the manufacturer’s stated lifespan.

Low pressure at a single fixture points to a clogged aerator or a partially closed supply stop. Low pressure at all bathroom fixtures points to a broader supply line issue, possibly galvanized pipes that have narrowed from scale accumulation.

Water under the vanity from the supply stop or P-trap is a slow leak that becomes water damage if it is ignored. We replace the failed fitting and inspect the surrounding cabinet for signs the leak has been running for a while.

When a faucet has reached the end of its useful life or a homeowner is updating fixtures as part of a bathroom renovation, we handle the replacement including the supply connections, drain assembly, and any stop valve work required.

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Bathroom Drain Services

Bathroom drains see soap, hair, mineral scale, and debris every day. When they slow down or back up, the fix is rarely at the drain itself.

Universe clears and repairs bathroom drains across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County.

A bathroom sink drain that runs slowly has soap, hair, and mineral scale accumulation in the P-trap or further down the branch line. We clear the drain and identify whether the drain assembly itself needs service.

A drain that backs up beyond the trap points to a branch line issue, a vent problem, or a main line concern. We investigate and address the underlying cause rather than clearing the immediate clog.

A drain that gurgles when another fixture is used has a venting problem. The fix is at the vent, not the drain, and we identify which is which before recommending the work.

When a drain assembly is undersized, incorrectly pitched, or made of material that has reached the end of its service life, replacement is the reliable fix. We handle the permit, the rough-in, and the reconnection of the fixture.

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Schedule Your Bathroom Plumbing Service

Bathroom plumbing problems do not improve with time.

Universe Home Services provides licensed plumbing service across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County. Contact us online or call to get on the schedule.

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Bathroom Plumbing FAQs

How do I know if my toilet leak is at the wax ring or somewhere else?

A wax ring failure typically shows as water or discoloration at the base of the toilet, particularly after flushing. It may also show as a soft or spongy floor around the toilet base, which indicates subfloor damage from a leak that has been present for some time. Water appearing from a different location points to a different failure, and a licensed plumber diagnoses the source before recommending a repair.

Does Long Island’s hard water really affect faucets and fixtures that much?

Yes. Rockland & Bergen County water hardness is among the highest in the New York metro area. Cartridges, ceramic disc valves, and showerhead components accumulate mineral scale that degrades performance and shortens service life. A faucet that might last 15 years in a softer-water area may need cartridge replacement in five to seven years here.

When should I repair a fixture versus replace it?

Repairs make sense when the fixture itself is in good structural condition and the failure is a component. Replacement makes more sense when the fixture is past its useful life, repair parts are no longer available, or the cost of repair approaches the cost of a new fixture installed.

Can Universe handle a full bathroom plumbing rough-in for a renovation?

Yes. We handle new construction rough-in and renovation rough-in across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County, including drain and supply rough-in, vent stack connections, and fixture trim-out. If the renovation also involves electrical work for lighting or exhaust fans, we handle that scope as well.

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