92/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 534 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 534 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 158 NJ-36, Hazlet, NJ 07730
Best Plumbers in Union Beach, NJ (2026)
1,202 plumbers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Union Beach: Force Plumbing and Heating LLC, CR Score 92/100; 4.9★ from 534 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): PowerFlo Sewer Service, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 1,202.
- 30
Most-reviewed: Arctic Air Conditioning, 9,474 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 1,202 ranked; ranked #30.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
1,202 Union Beach plumbers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 554 are open 24/7, 843 open Saturdays and 684 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 1,202 rated businesses.
Top 10 plumbers in Union Beach at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Force Plumbing and Heating LLC | 92 | 4.9★ (534) | Keansburg, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | PowerFlo Sewer Service | 91 | 5.0★ (1,092) | Staten Island, 12 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Drain Jetters R Us LLC | 90 | 5.0★ (128) | Keyport, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 90 | 4.8★ (758) | Perth Amboy, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 89 | 4.9★ (625) | Rahway, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | O'Gorman Brothers Plumbing | 89 | 4.9★ (116) | Keyport, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 89 | 4.8★ (585) | Freehold, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | RR Plumbing Roto-Rooter | 89 | 4.9★ (758) | Brooklyn, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | William Archer & Sons Plumbing and Heating | 89 | 4.8★ (578) | Old Bridge, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 89 | 4.8★ (3,876) | Jersey City, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 1,202 best plumbers in Union Beach, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Staten Island, 12 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 1,092 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 1,092 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2277 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314
Based in Keyport, 3 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 740 Lloyd Rd Building 13A, Aberdeen Township, NJ 07747
Based in Perth Amboy, 7 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 758 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 758 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 438 Lawton Pl #1, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Based in Rahway, 13 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 625 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 625 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1600 St Georges Ave Ste 215, Rahway, NJ 07065
Based in Keyport, 3 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 116 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 116 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 160 NJ-35, Keyport, NJ 07735
Based in Freehold, 10 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 585 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 585 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 27 N Main St #2, Marlboro Township, NJ 07746
Based in Brooklyn, 15 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 758 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 758 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8208 17th Ave Ste 1, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Based in Old Bridge, 10 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 578 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 578 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 36 Old Matawan Rd, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Based in Jersey City, 21 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 3,876 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 3,876 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3000 John F. Kennedy Blvd Ste 310A, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Based in Brooklyn, 18 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 2,094 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 2,094 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 557 17th St Ste A, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Based in Red Bank, 8 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 126 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 126 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 131 Statesir Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Based in Somerset, 17 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,583 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,583 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 80 Veronica Ave #100, Somerset, NJ 08873
Based in Horsham, 11 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 207 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 207 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Clark, 15 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,009 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,009 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1225 Westfield Ave, Clark, NJ 07066
Based in Long Branch, 14 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 506 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 506 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 23 Emmons St Ste 202, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Based in Brooklyn, 16 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 401 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 401 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1420 Ocean Pkwy #2b, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Based in Belmar, 11 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 462 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 462 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Woodbridge, 9 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 140 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 140 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 305 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Based in Freehold, 16 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 3,776 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.9★ from 3,776 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 5108 NJ-33, Wall Township, NJ 07727
Based in Elizabeth, 8 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Beachwood, 13 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 140 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 140 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Jersey City, 20 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 764 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 764 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Brooklyn, 18 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5402 Flatlands Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Based in Jamesburg, 17 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 722 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 722 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1095 Cranbury - South River Rd Suite 4, Jamesburg, NJ 08831
Plumbers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 1,202 ranked plumbers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Union Beach
20 more plumbers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A-AAA Better Plumbing & Heating | 3.5★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Aaaaaa-1 Services Water Works | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Advanced Land and Development LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| American Leak Detection of North Jersey | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| American Plumbing Services | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Casey's Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| David J Gill and Son Plumbing & Heating LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Dun-Rite Plumbing & Heating Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Gary Clark Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| George Pedone Plumbing & Heating | 3.5★ (2) | 2 mi |
| King Arthur Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Main Man Water Main & Sewer Repair | 5.0★ (239) | 19 mi |
| Most Valuable Plumber | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Nada Tech LLC | 4.3★ (3) | In Union Beach |
| Quick handyman services of N Monmouth and E Middlesex Counties | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Sample Service Company | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Steinmetz Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| USA Pro experts LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Welding Masters | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Zadlock Plumbing & Heating Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
How much do plumbers cost in Union Beach?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Union Beach. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water heater replacement | $882 | $1,348 | $1,826 | Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check a plumber's license in New Jersey
In New Jersey, New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers licenses Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures.
- Search the business name or license number on the New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
How we ranked Union Beach plumbers
We scored 1,202 Union Beach plumbers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Union Beach data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Plumbers in Union Beach: frequently asked questions
Who is the best plumber in Union Beach?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked plumber in Union Beach, NJ is Force Plumbing and Heating LLC with a CR Score of 92/100. It has 4.9★ from 534 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. PowerFlo Sewer Service (#2) and Drain Jetters R Us LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 1,202 plumbers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many plumbers are there in Union Beach?
ContractorsRanked ranks 1,202 plumbers serving Union Beach, NJ. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which plumbers in Union Beach are open 24/7?
554 ranked plumbers in Union Beach post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Force Plumbing and Heating LLC (#1), PowerFlo Sewer Service (#2) and Drain Jetters R Us LLC (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which plumbers in Union Beach work on weekends?
843 of 1,202 ranked plumbers post Saturday hours and 684 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Force Plumbing and Heating LLC (#1), PowerFlo Sewer Service (#2) and Drain Jetters R Us LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a plumber's license in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers handles licensing and covers Plumbing work: water supply, drain, waste and vent piping and fixtures. Search the business or license number at https://newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/.
How much does water heater replacement cost in Union Beach?
Water heater replacement typically costs $882 to $1,826, with $1,348 typical (Per unit, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Union Beach. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Union Beach plumbers have?
The median Google rating among 1,202 rated plumbers in Union Beach is 4.8★, with a median of 19 reviews. Arctic Air Conditioning has the most, 9,474 reviews, and ranks #30. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank plumbers?
Each plumber gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Union Beach
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 1,202 plumbers serving Union Beach.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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