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Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Service, Water Heater Service,

About us

Headed by master plumbers, William Schinestuhl and Tom Swick, Chapman Brothers continues a long tradition of plumbing, heating and cooling service in the Union, Essex, and Middlesex county area. Originally founded in 1932, Chapman Brothers is one the longest running plumbing and heating companies in New Jersey. With a highly trained staff representing more than 150 years experience, Chapman Brothers has over 5000 customers in the area that can attest to the technical abilities and customer service skills of its trained technicians and staff. NJ Plumbing License #6073 William Schinestuhl – NJ Plumbing License #6848 Thomas Swick. Additional DBA - New Jersey Plumbing & Heating Inc. Award winning. Senior Discount up to $200 off. Cannot combine w/other offers.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
93 years of experience

Services we offer

Installing & Repairing Plumbing, Gas, Electric, Tankless Hot Water Heaters, Programmable Thermostats, Oil To Gas Conversions, Central Air Conditioner, HVAC, Boilers, Furnaces, Ductless Mini-Split AC Systems, Drain Cleaning, Faucets, Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling, Water Service - replacement or repair,

Services we don't offer

Lawn Irrigation, Well Repairs, Septic Tank Repairs & Installation

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Emergency Services

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Senior Discount

5%

Accepted Payment Methods

  • American Express
  • Financing Available
  • Check
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
Reviews
4.4195 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
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73%
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11%
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Meghan S.
Nov 2014
5.0
Plumbing, Drain Cleaning
Yes, I recommend this pro
$475
I had a great experience with chapman brothers. Punctual, professional, pleasant, but most importantly, effective! I had two other plumbers in to snake the drain in our older home, but neither could do it and either made a huge mess or suggested very expensive alternatives. With a newborn at home we greatly appreciated the options Chapman provided and while we have a short term fix, we will look to use Chapman Brothers for all future plumbing needs,
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for providing us with the opportunity to give you the best service that we can. We look forward to assisting you with any plumbing, heating and a/c needs you have in the future. Thank you again, Your friends at Chapman Brothers."


Jill K.
Oct 2014
3.0
Plumbing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
They were quick to come out and provide an estimate however, when we followed up to schedule the work we never got a call back (after calling 3 times).   We really liked the guy that did the estimate but ended up having to use someone else two weeks later since we couldn't get them to return our calls.
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for contacting Chapman Bros Plumbing and Heating for your plumbing needs. Unfortunately, we could not locate any messages from you , in either of our books. Not sure if you attempted to contact the plumber directly, the one who provided you with the estimate? If this in fact was the case, I would suggest calling our office directly and speaking with our office staff as we may have a better handle on following up on work which may need to be done. Sorry again for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused. Best Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning"


Bob G.
Oct 2014
5.0
Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000
.
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for the opportunity to assist you in your oil to gas conversion, as well as installation of your Tankless Water Heater. The equipment which you selected and we installed is superior in its efficiency and performance and we are confident you will be more than satisfied with it. It is our goal, as always to inform and be sure the customer is 100% satisfied. Thank you again for this opportunity and if we can be of any assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to call. Best, Your friends at Chapman Bros. Plumbing Heating and Air Conditioning."


Rob B.
Oct 2014
5.0
Plumbing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Original estimate and diagnosis was very professional.  Work preformed efficiently and within range of estimate...very professional.  As a result hired firm to maintain furnace a later date.
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for the opportunity to provide you with a service you were satisfied with. This is our goal as a team at Chapman and we look forward to assisting you with any future plumbing, heating and or AC needs. Best, Your friends at Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and A/C"


Molly L.
Oct 2014
5.0
Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,450
It was fabulous. They were on time, efficiant, trustworthy. I would definatly recommend them for any plumbing needs. The only plumber I plan on ever hiring.
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to provide you with the service you needed. We at Chapman work very hard to see a job well done and more importantly walk away with 100% customer satisfaction. Thank you again for your business. Best Your friends at Chapman Bros. Plumbing Heating. & Air Conditioning."


Dan W.
Oct 2014
5.0
Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
unknown
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for giving us the opportunity to provide you with the best service we can. Your friends at Chapman Bros. Plumbing Heating and A/C"


Jack G.
Oct 2014
3.0
Plumbing
unknown
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"First we would like to thank you for thinking of Chapman Bros for your Plumbing, heating and AC needs. We have looked thru our records and have no history of your requesting an estimate on September 29 or thereabouts. We do have an estimate for an oil to gas conversion on May 3, 2011. This estimate was sent to you then. Usually when an estimate is either mailed or emailed we wait on the customer to make their minds up and contact us via the office and follow up on any questions they may have. I am sorry if there was any lack of response on our part as we were not aware of the request. Please contact our office directly 908-276-1320 if you still are interested. Best Chapman Bros Plumbing, Heating and A/C"


Steve G.
Oct 2014
5.0
Plumbing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
unknown
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with plumbing service on August 22, 2014. Our records indicate you purchased a storefront deal thru Angies list, which should have been $59.00. You have listed here the work was $99.00. We do not collect the money for this thru the client, Angies list does, so I would check with them as to why you were charged $99.00 instead of $59.00. Thank you again for the opportunity to provide you with this service. Best, Chapman Bros."


Jennifer C.
Sep 2014
5.0
Plumbing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200
The experience with Chapman Brothers Plumbing was exceptional from first contact - to the estimate process - and every step of the way through project completion. Bill, the co-owner, proved himself to be responsive, dependable, personable and thoroughly professional, a seasoned master plumber who doesn't cut corners and follows through on every detail. He kept true to the work schedule and was always on time to appointments. The quality of the work was outstanding, I couldn't be more satisfied with the finished project. We had other quotes from plumbers that came recommended by friends but found Chapman Brothers on Angie's List and never looked back - this company stands behind its name: responsive, trustworthy and both customer- and safety-focused. His prices were competitive/fair compared with the other 3 quotes we received. Based on the total experience I have/will continue to highly recommend Chapman Brothers Plumbing to family and friends. We will be using them for all future plumbing needs. 
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for your review, more importantly for the opportunity to provide you with the absolute best service we know. We value your business and look forward to providing any assistance with any future plumbing, heating or A/C needs. Best Your Friends at Chapman Bros Plumbing, Heating and A/C"


Michael R.
Sep 2014
5.0
Plumbing
Yes, I recommend this pro
$126
I called this morning hoping to get service today.  They provided me with service.  The serviceman who came, Paolo was professional and a pleasure to deal with.  I have used them before, and I will continue to use them again.
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Dear [removed member name] We will contact you first thing Monday morning. Thank you for contacting us and we will be sure to"


Paul R.
Sep 2014
4.0
Plumbing, Water Heater Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
unknown
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Dear Mr. (removed member name), Thank you very much for contacting Chapman bros. We are happy that you were happy with our service and look to provide you service in the future. Best Chapman bros"


Mark C.
Aug 2014
1.0
Plumbing
unknown
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Dear mr. (removed member name), We wanted to thank you for listening and understanding that we never received notification of your request. Also we wanted to let you know that we had let Angie's list know you were not in our service area months ago. Unfortunately this was not done by as requested. Please accept our apologies as per our conversation. Best Chapman Bros."


Christine C.
Aug 2014
5.0
Plumbing, Water Heater Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,260
Came in for a leaky sink and to check on the old water heater . Chris was courteous and very knowledgable and even walked through the house to make sure the condition of the other sinks, vents, and plumbing. New water heater installed in about 3 hours. Works wonderfully and it's great to have peace of mind. (I didn't know a 23 year old water heater was risky) Don't forget to use the coupon!!
Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

"Thank you very much for the opportunity to provide you with our very best service. We look forward to assisting in any future issues should you need the help. Best Your friends at Chapman Bros."


Scott D.
Aug 2014
1.0
Plumbing, Drain Cleaning
$60

The provider did no work.  Plumber came in and after I explained that my bathtub did not drain he said it would be $175 for him to snake it (which I really didn't need a "professional" to tell me) and that the $60 already paid was just to have him arrive.  Complete waste of money and my time.  Then to top it off, the guy mutters "p****" under his breath when I don't shake his hand.

The deal details state the following:

  • Here's the Deal:
    • $59 for a plumbing service call
    • Can be used for any number of plumbing issues, ranging from toilet repair to garbage disposal de-clogging








    The Real Deal:







    Tired of hearing your sink drip or the toilet running in the middle of the night? Call the pros at Chapman Brothers and save time, money, and headaches!

  • So, this certainly sounds to me like they will actually do some form of work-- though, I will admit that the name of the deal says "diagnostic" which I did not interpret as "no work done."

    Before Chapman responds with: "The fact that we are very upfront, clear and honest about this charge is commendable." as they did in a previous review, I am going to say this to Chapman-- you are not upfront and honest.  Your deal description is misleading and the fact that it was pointed out to you in a previous review and you still haven't changed it leads me to believe that this is intentional.  If your intent is that the $60 is a fee for your technician to visit the site and provide an estimate for work, then look at what other Deal listing use for explaining this, such as:

    -Members receive a $250 credit toward necessary repairs with purchase of this deal

    -$79 for inspection of your roof by a roofing specialist and a $100 repair credit

    The bottom line is-- what was the point of buying this deal when I could have called any plumber and have them come to my house and provide me with an estimate for service?  This "deal" equates to "here is an opportunity to pay us our normal rate up front"-- Angie's List should not allow something to be advertised as a "Big Deal" if there is no discounted offer. I think Chapman is being intentionally vague and misleading to get $60 and their foot in the door to charge more.

    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Dear Mr. [removed member name] First I would like to thank you for calling Chapman Bros. I am sorry you felt you were mislead with regards to the storefront deal. Unfortunately, when we set this Storefront deal up with Angies list, we thought we were being clear in the heading which clearly states "$59.00 Plumbing Diagnostic Service Call" By using the word Diagnosis, we felt this was clear in what it was for. I understand that you knew what the problem was, however, that is not what the deal states. Also we look to Angies list for guidance in the details of the Deal, and not being expertise in advertising, the fine print area of details is now going to state again that this fee is for the Diagnosis or Service Fee and does not include any work. I would also like to address your comparison of roofing and other deals, we cannot speak for those. Our deal is our deal and we want to make it clear. This is the first issue we have had with this misunderstanding and as I said we are working on clarifying the Fine Print details. As far as you stating that there is not discounted offer, you are incorrect. The majority of Plumbing companies do in fact charge a Diagnosis fee or Service Fee just to come to your home. There are many business reasons for charging this, ie; gasoline, insurance and technicians salaries. And if you were to call some Companies our fee is very low in comparison to equal size companies. If you were to call our office we also clearly state the charge to come out. Some companies do not say they charge a service fee/diagnosis fee, however it is built into the cost of their work. The bottom line is no one is being forced to buy these deals and if there should be any questions, either communication via Angies list or contacting our office is always welcome. Sorry for your dissatisfaction with this deal, it certainly is not our intent. We work very diligently to gain our customers satisfaction and more. Sincerely Chapman Bros."


    Aparna P.
    Aug 2014
    5.0
    Heating and Air Conditioning Service
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    They were very fast in response to let me know that it was out of the area that provide.
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "thank you very much for the honest review. We have had an ongoing issue with Angies list and this particular problem. We have gone over our areas of service multiple times with them, however, we still show up in areas we have stated we cannot service too many times. We understand that this does not only present a problem for us as a company, but more importantly it wastes the time of the customer. Thank you for understanding and hopefully, Angies list can get this issue resolvedonce and for all. Best, Chapman Bros. Plumbing Heating and A/C"


    Luigina C.
    Jul 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $600
    It went well.  Very professional.  Resonable.
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you very much and very happy to have done business with you and look forward to serving you in the future should you need plumbing, heating or cooling assistance. Best, Chapman Bros."


    Dave M.
    Jun 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $450
    unknown
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you very much for your review. At Chapman our main goal is to walk away with a client 100% happy with our service along with superior workmanship. thank you for giving us the opportunity to provide you with this . Best your friends at Chapman Bros."


    Alexander H.
    Jun 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing, Drain Cleaning
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $200
    unknown
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with plumbing service. Should you ever need plumbing, heating or cooling service in the future we look forward to hearing from you. Best Your friends at Chapman Bros."


    Kevin H.
    Jun 2014
    3.0
    Plumbing
    $59
    I asked them come out they will charge me $59 just to come out where the other providers come out for free.
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Dear Member, we want to first of all thank you very much for contacting Chapman Bros. We are sorry that you were not happy with the fact that we charge a service charge. Unfortunately, this charge is in place for many reason, too many to mention. The fact that we are very upfront, clear and honest about this charge is commendable. Many other companies say they do not charge a service fee, however, it is either built in somewhere or they charge you for items that may not be necessary. We at Chapman would rather be honest and most customers understand and appreciate that in order to run a business and pay trained/skilled professionals, fuel and insure trucks etc, etc. this has to be in place. I do want to thank you for calling us and if at any future time you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best, Your friends at Chapman."


    Andrew D.
    May 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Service
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $59
    When I made the appointment, my boiler wasn't functioning. The previous owner should me what to do. So when  the tech arrived, he spent time with me to answer all my questions. As a first time home owner, I needed to know the basics. All questions answered and he went over everything.
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with the best service. Your friends at Chapman Bros."


    Sarah C.
    May 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing
    unknown
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you for the opportunity to install two sump pumps on 5/13/14. It was a pleasure doing business with you and we look forward to assisting you with any future Plumbing, Heating or Air Conditioning needs. Best, Your friends at Chapman Bros."


    Ethel D.
    May 2014
    1.0
    Plumbing
    Called to get an estimate for a unit to replace our water pressurizer and he never returned the call.
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "We would like to thank you for contacting Chapman Bros. for an estimate to replace your water pressurizer. Unfortunately, we have no record at all from you (member) We are in the office from 8:00 a.m to 5:00 Monday thru Friday. If you called after 5:00 you should have been able to leave a message with our live answering service. We looked back at those records and still did not find your name or address at all. We are also not sure if maybe you did in fact call Chapman Bros. in Cranfords? Maybe you were trying to contact another company. Please feel free to contact our office in Cranford between the hours of 8-5 or you can also make an appt. thru our website: www.chapmanbros.com. Thank you in advance. Best, Chapman Bros."


    Norma S.
    Apr 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $370
    unknown
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you Ms. [removed member name] for giving us the opportunity to provide you with the best service we offer. It was a pleasure doing business with you. Best Always, Your friends at Chapman Bros. Plumbing and Heating, Inc."


    Jim B.
    Apr 2014
    5.0
    Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Service
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $925
    .
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you Mr. [member name removed] for giving us the opportunity to provide you with the best of service. Best always, Your friends at Chapman Bros."


    Anthony T.
    Mar 2014
    5.0
    Drain Cleaning
    Yes, I recommend this pro
    $300
    Went fine. The technician was aware of some considerations that other providers might have missed.
    Response from Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

    "Thank you very much for the opportunity to provide you with the best service we can! Your friends at Chapman Bros."

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    Insured

    Licensed*

    Trade License Number

    36BI00607300

    Trade License Locale

    NJ

    Trade License Authority

    New Jersey Division Of Consumer Affairs

    Trade License Expiration

    06/30/2027

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    FAQ

    Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
    Monday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Friday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, Financing Available, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
    No, Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    Yes, Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount.
    Yes, Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning offers emergency services.
    Yes, Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning offers warranties.
    Chapman Bros. Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning offers the following services: Installing & Repairing Plumbing, Gas, Electric, Tankless Hot Water Heaters, Programmable Thermostats, Oil To Gas Conversions, Central Air Conditioner, HVAC, Boilers, Furnaces, Ductless Mini-Split AC Systems, Drain Cleaning, Faucets, Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling, Water Service - replacement or repair,
    Lawn Irrigation, Well Repairs, Septic Tank Repairs & Installation

    Contact Information

    36 North Ave E, Cranford, NJ 07016

    Service Hours

    Sunday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Monday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Tuesday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Wednesday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Thursday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Friday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
    Saturday:12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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