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Newark is a lively city in western New Castle County, home to the University of Delaware and a broad mix of established neighborhoods, student housing, and growing suburbs. That variety, from historic homes near downtown Main Street to newer subdivisions and rental properties, gives Newark wide-ranging plumbing needs, and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Wilmington serves all of it.
On time, every time, if there's any delay, it's you we pay.
Every Newark home has access to our full range of plumbing services. The menu is the same across our entire New Castle County and Cecil County service area, and each service links to the national brand page with full details:
Newark's water comes largely from the City of Newark, drawing on the White Clay Creek and local wells, with suburban areas served by private utilities. The housing runs the full range: older homes near downtown and the university may carry galvanized or lead-era pipe and need repiping, while the city's many newer subdivisions have modern copper and PEX. Rental and student-housing properties need dependable, cost-effective service and fast turnarounds between tenants.
Newark homes have basements, and Delaware's heavy storms make sump pumps worthwhile, while cold winters bring frozen-pipe risk, a real concern in student rentals left empty over winter break. The city's businesses near campus rely on commercial plumbing, and recurring drain backups in older neighborhoods often trace to aging sewer lines we can camera-inspect and repair.
Downtown Newark and the Main Street and University of Delaware area ·
Neighborhoods in Fairfield, Brookside, and Newark Manor · Communities along Route 4,
Route 273, and Kirkwood Highway · Subdivisions toward Bear and Pike Creek · And the
established and newer homes across the city
Newark's mix of historic homes, new subdivisions, and rental properties fits our full range, repiping and water heater work, drain and sewer service, sump pumps, and prompt, cost-effective help for landlords and businesses. We arrive on time and resolve most calls on the first visit, often the same day.
Across Newark, the seasonal rhythm holds: protect exposed pipe before winter (especially in rentals left empty over break), flush water heaters yearly, and test sump pumps before storm season. For rentals, schedule service between tenants to avoid mid-lease emergencies, and address slow drains before they become backups.
Call Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of Wilmington at [LOCAL PHONE] (or (800) 259-7705) anytime, day or night, or book your appointment online. Meet the Wilmington team behind every visit. We proudly serve Newark and the surrounding New Castle County and Cecil County communities, on time, every time. Learn more on the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® national brand site.
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When you need plumbing repairs now, we’ll be there. Our 24/7 home plumbers are available to address your emergency plumbing service needs day or night.
Whether you have an emergency burst pipe, a water leak, or an overflowing toilet, we’re here to help. And we don’t just fix the problem, we take preventive measures to stop it from happening again.
Michael Lamond
I randomly found Benjamin Franklin Plumbing via a general Google search. I needed to have some work done on a shower in my home and I don't have a go to for plumbing. When I called I was met by the kind and helpful voice of Renee who put me on their schedule, and then followed up when an earlier opening presented itself, she ACTUALLY called me on the phone to try and update me. This was cool. Eric, their service technician came by my home and quickly assessed that Id actually need a contractor. He took video and found a contractor and SENT ME THE CONTRACTORS INFO. I told Renee afterwards that I hope I never need a plumber but if I do they will be my first call from here on out.
Jacob H
Growing family and we needed a plumber we could actually trust. Friends recommended Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Intown Atlanta and wow, so glad they did. They inspected our whole plumbing system (never even thought of it as a “system” before) and gave us multiple options with zero pressure. We’re having them back when we return from vacation to get some work done. Trustworthy, patient and easy to deal with. Thankful we found these guys!!
TERRY MCKEE
Very impressive people to be around.
Cheri Carver
Keith came promptly, worked quickly but we paid $709 for a water shutoff, and a small piece of PVC pipe under our sink that took 40 minutes to do. $210 of that was because it was an emergency visit.
Brenda George
Chase was exceptional!! Jared was so helpful as well!! This company came out to check our heating and cooling systems, clean our hot water heater, and patiently answered a bunch of our plumbing and duct-cleaning questions. As owners of an aging home, we truly trust them and deeply value their expert opinions on what updates we need. The level of professionalism cannot be surpassed! From wearing booties so they don’t drag dirt into the house to sending texts with pictures of the technicians before they arrive, every detail made us feel safe and cared for. We trust them completely with our home, will definitely continue doing business with them, and are already recommending them to all our friends. They are simply the best in the area!
Cynthia V. Bell
The service was timely and professional. I really appreciate that Chuck treated my home with respect. He not only wiped his feet, but he put on booties to protect my floors. He did a thorough inspection before he gave me the estimate for the service needed. Because of his courteous explanation of what was needed to get the job done correctly, I would highly recommend him.
Gail Irwin
Needed emergency drain unclog- they were so professional when I called! Got someone here in less than an hour! And no crazy “emergency” charge! The plumber was a great guy! Again, professional and courteous! Brynt was very knowledgeable and efficient- fixed us right up! Company vehicle nice and clean, uniforms nice- hope we never need again- who wants plumbing issues?-but if we do, you can bet we will call them again for sure!!!
Brian Doherty
Jason Eckert diagnosed my plumbing leak issue quickly and explained the fix needed, provided an estimate, and quickly completed the job. Good communication, and all around pleasant to deal with. Thanks!
E G
Scott was awesome! Timely, efficient, communicative, & very helpful. He unclogged our bathroom drains and did a great job.
Krystyne Bryan
Angel C was in fact a literal angel. He was extremely kind and professional. Up front about costs and quotes. This was my first time having to hire someone for an home repair and was very nervous about the process but he was amazing. I will definitely be a returning customer ( if I have to be ) and will be requesting Angel! Seriously cannot thank him enough!
Yes. We provide dependable, cost-effective plumbing for landlords and rental properties, with fast scheduling and turnarounds between tenants.
Keep minimal heat on, insulate exposed pipes, and know your main shut-off. We can advise on winterizing and respond 24/7 if a pipe freezes or bursts.
Possibly. Older homes can have lead or galvanized service lines; we locate, test where appropriate, and replace them per current federal lead-pipe rules.
Yes, from a quick repair to a full repipe, water heater, or sewer replacement, with honest, up-front recommendations on which makes sense.
Yes, around the clock, every day, with the On-Time Guarantee and no after-hours fees.
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