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Why Homeowners in Portsmouth, NH Trust Us
Our tankless water heater stopped working right before Christmas leaving us with not only no hot water, but not even water to do laundry or run the dish washer.
So finding a good plumber, you can rely on, is different than finding a good plumber. When my family needed a plumber recently, LHR handled our call.
LHR got my service scheduled immediately for 2 days out from the day I called. Cody, the technician, showed up on time and was professional.
This is a completely professional organization start-to-finish. From my first phone call through the service to the follow-up, the LHR team treated me with kindness.
Cold call (literally!) from Hot Water Heater Manufacturer website. No prior relationship with them. No problem. Came same day. Tech friendly and knowledgeable.
Plumber in Portsmouth, NH
Portsmouth has some of the oldest homes in the country. In the South End and North End, 1700s and 1800s houses packed close together have tight crawl spaces, old cast iron drains,. Atlantic Heights and Pannaway Manor were built in the early and mid 1900s, and many of those homes sit on slabs where leaks hide under the floor. Mid-century and newer neighborhoods off Woodbury Avenue and Elwyn Park have aging water heaters and supply lines that are reaching their limits.
LHR Plumbing and Heating brings the know-how to handle all of it. Our residential plumbing services are built for historic Seacoast homes and modern ones alike.
Plumbing Repair & Troubleshooting
Salt air, nor’easters, a high water table near the harbor, and raw winter wind off the ocean all take a toll on Portsmouth plumbing. These are the calls we get most.
- Frozen lines happen in drafty historic homes when coastal wind pushes cold air into walls and crawl spaces.
- Hidden leaks under slab floors in mid-century homes can show up as warm spots, cracks, or a jump in your water bill.
- Slow or backed-up drains are common in old cast iron lines running under tight downtown lots.
- Failing water heaters wear down sooner when they are tucked into damp basements or crawl spaces.
- Aging pipes and outdoor fixtures corrode faster in the salty coastal air.
We get to the real cause, make the repair, and test the system before we leave.
Water Heater Installations & Upgrades
Space is tight in many Portsmouth homes, and a bulky tank can eat up valuable room in a small basement or closet. We can replace an old tank with a properly sized unit or install a wall-mounted tankless water heater that frees up space and delivers hot water on demand. Financing is available to help with the cost.
Planning something bigger? If you are renovating a historic home or updating a condo, we can plan the plumbing and hot water for the whole space. All work is done to current code.
Comprehensive Plumbing Services for Your Home
From downtown rowhouses to suburban ranches, we offer every plumbing service in one place.
- Drain cleaning clears clogs in kitchens, baths, and main lines.
- Drain inspection uses a camera to check old cast iron for cracks and buildup.
- Hydro jetting removes heavy buildup and restores full flow.
- Water leak detection finds hidden leaks under slabs and behind old plaster walls.
- Emergency plumbing gets a plumber to you when something can’t wait.
We handle heating and cooling too, so one number covers your whole home.
A Recent Plumbing Job in Portsmouth, NH
Jessica noticed a warm spot on her living room floor in her Pannaway Manor home, and her water bill had been creeping up for months. Our plumber used leak detection equipment to pinpoint a leaking hot water line beneath the floor. We made a targeted repair, and Jessica said she was relieved it didn’t mean tearing up her whole living room.
Why Choose LHR Plumbing and Heating as Your Plumber
Portsmouth homeowners choose us for straightforward reasons.
- Our certified plumbers are skilled with historic plumbing and modern systems.
- We provide upfront pricing before any work begins.
- Same-day scheduling and emergency service are available when you need them.
- Warranties and our satisfaction guarantee back every job.
For plumbing, heating, and cooling, one dependable team has you covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Old cast iron drains, galvanized pipes, and plumbing added in tight spaces are all common in the South End and North End. An inspection helps you plan repairs before something fails.
Warm spots on the floor, cracks in tile, the sound of running water, or a rising water bill are common signs. These need a professional look to find the exact location.
Larger jobs like water heater replacements, new fixtures, or moving pipes usually need a permit from the City of Portsmouth. We will let you know up front what applies.
Keep your heat on, seal drafts in crawl spaces, and open cabinet doors on outside walls when wind and cold set in. If a pipe freezes anyway, our frozen lines service thaws it safely and checks for cracks.
Yes. We serve Portsmouth homeowners and respond to burst pipes, leaks, and backups. Give us a call to get a plumber headed your way.
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