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Expert Plumbing & Heating Services in Caldwell, NJ
Don Dowling Plumbing has served homeowners in Northern New Jersey since 1979, delivering expert plumbing and heating solutions with a commitment to quality and reliability. Our founder, Don Dowling Plumbing, holds a Master Plumber license (NJMPL #6628) and brings over 32 years of specialized expertise to every project. We specialize in high-efficiency systems, including solar thermal installations and radiant heating, having built 30 homes and contributed to Habitat for Humanity projects for 25+ years. Our services extend to emergency repairs, water heater installations, and comprehensive heating system maintenance. We prioritize prompt response times, free estimates, and transparent pricing while maintaining deep community ties in Caldwell and surrounding areas.Our technical proficiency includes energy-efficient analysis, oil-to-gas conversions, and advanced control systems installation. With decades of hands-on experience, we provide tailored solutions that address both immediate needs and long-term home comfort. Our reputation for courteous service and technical excellence has been built through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship. We remain a trusted local resource for residential plumbing and heating challenges, combining traditional values with modern energy-conscious technologies.
Services
Plumbing
Heating
Water Heaters
Water Softeners
Radiant Heat
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined plumbing experience with NJ Master Plumber certification
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency service with prompt response times
- We specialize in energy-efficient heating and solar thermal system installations
- Our work includes Habitat for Humanity projects and climate choice home construction
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees
What people say
Prompt service
Great customer service
Quick response rate
Great guy, great service
Did a great job
Services
Plumbing
We provide comprehensive residential plumbing services including leak repairs, fixture installations, and drain clearing. Our licensed technicians handle emergency situations with rapid response while maintaining code compliance. Services include water line maintenance, sewer system diagnostics, and bathroom/kitchen plumbing upgrades for both new construction and existing homes.
Heating
Our heating services cover system installation, maintenance, and repair for both traditional and high-efficiency equipment. We specialize in hydronic systems, radiant heating, and oil-to-gas conversions. Our expertise includes steam boiler maintenance, thermostat installation, and energy efficiency optimization for residential properties throughout Northern New Jersey.
Water Heaters
We offer complete water heater solutions including tankless systems, traditional tank models, and solar thermal installations. Our services include proper sizing, energy-efficient recommendations, and emergency replacement. We service all major brands and provide maintenance to extend equipment lifespan while ensuring consistent hot water supply.
Water Softeners
Our water treatment solutions address hard water issues through professional softener installation and maintenance. We assess water quality to recommend appropriate systems that protect plumbing infrastructure and improve household water usage efficiency. Services include system troubleshooting, salt level management, and performance optimization for residential applications.
Radiant Heat
We design and install radiant heating systems using electric and hydronic technologies for energy-efficient home comfort. Our expertise includes staple-up installation methods, thermostat integration, and snow melting applications. We provide system maintenance and troubleshooting services to ensure optimal performance of both new and existing radiant heating installations.
People
Don Dowling
Owner / Master Plumber
Licensed Master Plumber with 32+ years experience, NJMPL #6628. Specializes in high-efficiency systems and solar thermal installations. Led construction of 30 homes and provided plumbing services for Habitat for Humanity projects over 25 years.
Questions
What plumbing services do you offer?
We provide full-service plumbing including leak repairs, drain clearing, fixture installations, water heater services, and emergency plumbing repairs for residential customers.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency service?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency service with prompt response times for urgent plumbing and heating issues requiring immediate attention.
What heating services are available?
Our heating services include system installation, maintenance, and repair for hydronic, radiant, and forced-air systems, including oil-to-gas conversions and thermostat upgrades.
Which areas do you service?
We serve Caldwell, North Caldwell, West Caldwell, Essex Fells, Roseland, Glen Ridge, Montclair, Verona, Cedar Ridge, and Little Falls, NJ.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a licensed Master Plumber in New Jersey with license #6628 and maintain proper bonding and insurance for all services.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes, we provide free estimates for all plumbing and heating projects with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.
Reviews (7)
Ben Hoehn
Jun 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I had Don's team come to the house to repair a toilet seal and install a natural gas line from my basement out to the rear of my house so I could use my grill. They were great as usual, professional, on time and good value.
Services:Unclog drain,Repair toilet
I had Don's team come to the house to repair a toilet seal and install a natural gas line from my basement out to the rear of my house so I could use my grill. They were great as usual, professional, on time and good value.
Services:Unclog drain,Repair toilet
T. Harrell
Jun 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
We have had Dons' team help us out with multiple plumbing needs over the years and they always do a great job for us. Thanks!
Services:Heating maintenance,Install water heater
We have had Dons' team help us out with multiple plumbing needs over the years and they always do a great job for us. Thanks!
Services:Heating maintenance,Install water heater
Benjamin Hoehn
Feb 12, 2021
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Don Dowling plumbing does amazing work! Max M in particular is extremely knowledgeable and professional. They helped me install a new water heater, hook up our washer and drier, install a new water softener, unclog a clog in the main waste line, and serviced my steam heater system and radiators. Fair price and great service! Five stars
Peggy Vassallo
Sep 29, 2020
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I've used him for a few years for various things. I've not had any problems and found them to be reliable and professional.
Ying Hung
Sep 28, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
We had a great experience with Max. Very professional!
We had a great experience with Max. Very professional!
Y. K.
Aug 28, 2020
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Critical:Punctuality,Quality,Value
He is a thief. Thats how I can describe this person. Had to spend over $30,000.00 to fix his jobs.
He is a thief. Thats how I can describe this person. Had to spend over $30,000.00 to fix his jobs.
Garrett Rees
May 19, 2020
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Don Dowling was a pleasure to work with! I was in the need of a hot water heater/furnace replacement and Don was the man for the job! I heard good things about Don Dowling Plumbing from a friend of mine so I gave him a call. His installation and knowledge of the job was above and beyond. 10/10 would recommend for jobs big and small!
