Old Metairie is the gracious, established heart of Metairie, affluent area of historic and custom homes, mature oaks, and tree-lined streets near the 17th Street Canal and the Orleans Parish line. Finer, older homes call for sophisticated, careful plumbing, and Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of New Orleans brings the expertise to match.
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Every Old Metairie home has access to our full range of plumbing services. The menu is the same across our entire greater New Orleans service area, and each service links to the national brand page with full details:
Old Metairie's older and grander homes are the defining plumbing factor: many carry aging galvanized water lines, failing cast-iron drains, and lead-era service lines. That makes repiping, drain replacement, and lead service line replacement common and important under current federal lead-pipe rules. Served by Jefferson Parish's Mississippi River water, the area's concerns are structural and quality-of-finish, not hard-water treatment.
The settling delta soil shifts sewer and water lines and stresses both slab and raised foundations, making sewer line repair and slab leak detection frequent. The value of these homes also makes precise, non-destructive detection essential to protect finished living space. Proximity to the 17th Street Canal and a history of flooding make backwater valves and drainage important, and many homes are raised, putting plumbing in crawlspaces.
Neighborhoods along Metairie Road and Northline · Communities near the 17th Street Canal and Bonnabel · The areas near Old Metairie Village · Streets toward the Orleans Parish line · The historic and custom homes across Old Metairie
Old Metairie's fine, older homes reward experience and care. Repiping and lead service line replacement, precise slab and sewer leak detection, and flood protection are all delivered by a plumber who plans the work and protects your home's finishes. We bring that with white-glove, on-time service backed by our guarantees.
Old Metairie's older, higher-value homes reward proactive care. Watch for the rusty water and low pressure that signal aging galvanized or lead-era pipe, have the backwater valve and drainage checked before storm season. Watch for slab and sewer leaks as the soil settles. Protect exposed pipes during the occasional winter freeze.
Call Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® of New Orleans at (504) 229 2586 (or (800) 259-7705) anytime, day or night, or book your appointment online. Meet the New Orleans team behind every visit. We proudly serve Old Metairie and the surrounding greater New Orleans area, on time, every time. Learn more on the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® national brand site
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After investigating, multiple breaks were repaired after the water meters. Stayed until full repair was completed and disturbed area repaired. Great job. I will consider hiring Ben Franklin for any additional repairs needed.
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Quick to respond and get out to look at the job. Excellent work, done quickly and prices were reasonable. Davy was great.
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Great experience with this new company. John, the owner, was extremely helpful in his initial visit. Follow up appointments were needed and Hugo was assigned as our technician. Hugo was kind and knowledgeable. He explained everything and completed everything well. Will definitely recommend Benjamin Franklin Plumbing to friends and family.
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David O'Brien
Hugo arrived at my house within the window of time I was expecting which was helpful. I could tell he knew what he was talking about. He gave me several options including an option to finance the replacement of my hot water heater. In short, he was kind, courteous and professional.
Yes. Many older Old Metairie homes have galvanized water lines, cast-iron drains, and lead-era service lines. We locate, test where appropriate, and replace them under current federal lead-pipe rules, with care for a fine home.
Yes. We use non-destructive leak detection to pinpoint slab and hidden leaks precisely, protecting finished living space before any repair.
A backwater valve plus good drainage is the key defense given the area's flood history. We assess your home and recommend the right protection.
Yes. Many Old Metairie homes are raised, putting plumbing in crawlspaces. We're experienced working under raised floors and addressing the access that requires.
Yes, around the clock, every day, with the On-Time Guarantee and no after-hours fees.
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