Joseph L. Balkan Inc. - Sewer & Water Main Specialists

I hired Balkan Plumbing to replace a water main and they simply provided first class service. As soon as I called them, they sent a field rep out right away. After providing a very competitive quote, they were able to quickly secure the permits and when it came time to do the job, they completed all in one day. I did have a follow-up after the job was completed and they were extremely helpful after the job was completed to answer all of my questions. Not only are they knowledgeable about the product but the customer service is what separates them from other competitors. I don't usually take the time out to write up these reviews but Balkin Plumbing deserves it! Highly recommended to all.

Highly recommend. If you get a 3-day notice from the DEP, give these guys a call.

The good:
- They had someone out within a few hours to give us an estimate. When we were ready to schedule they were available the very next day.
- The guys who came to do the work got there right on time and were very friendly and clear about everything they'd be doing.
- Unfortunately it was a rainy day, but they worked hard and when I came to see how they were doing they were in great spirits.
- When they needed to come inside to check that everything was working they hosed off their work boots so our apartment wouldn't get muddy.
- They had told us work would end sometime between 12-3PM and they were finished at 12:04, at which point they called me out to show me everything they had done and let me know everything had gone smoothly.

The not so good: My only complaint is that they are unreachable on the weekend, which almost made us go with a competitor. Luckily the DEP told us weekends don't count against your three days, so we were feeling pretty lax, but if we had been more concerned about timing this definitely would've been a dealbreaker.

Sewer backed up....never pretty...called Balkan today 1019/15. They sent George...he arrived in a timely manner and clearly explained my options...long story short, I am back in business! If you ever have any sewer issues I would not hesitate to call Balkan! They are on time, professional, reasonably priced and get the job done. My experience was wonderful & George was the best. Thank you Balkan!

Diane S.

I had a very positive experience with the Balkan Sewer & Water Main Specialists. In August 2015 I replaced the traps,storm and sewer pipes from the house straight to the City main due to roots that got in the pipes. I chose Balkan after reviewing several other sewer companies because they were Licensed, Bonded & Insured and had 60 yrs in the family business. The crew was polite, arrived on time EVERY DAY and worked diligently throughout the day. They swept the street and my basement clean when they finished. I'd like to thank Balkan Sewer & Water Main Specialists, for a job well done. I would definitely recommend Balkan to anyone who would like to hire the best contractors in town! Thank You

I had a very positive experience with the Balkan Sewer & Water Main Specialists. In April 2015 I was served with a 3-Day Notice from (DEP) the NYC Dept. of Environmental Protection, regarding a water main leak in the front of my house. I chose Balkan from the Yellow Pages because they were Licensed, Bonded & Insured and had 60 yrs in the family business. I called the office and spoke with Linda. She was very nice, professional and helpful throughout the whole process and dealing with my Insurance Agents. The Inspector, Ed arrived within the hour and gave me the best estimate (out of the 5 contractors). The crew was polite, arrived on time and worked diligently throughout the day. They swept the street and my basement clean when they finished. I'd like to thank Linda, Ed, and two of the crew that I met, Jovani & Junior, for a job well done. I would definitely recommend Balkan to anyone who would like to hire the best contractors in town! Thank You.