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Clawfoot Tubs, Bathtubs & Showers: A Homeowner’s Installation Guide
Clawfoot Tubs, Bathtubs & Showers: A Homeowner’s Installation Guide The tub or shower you choose
Shaker Heights homes are some of the best built in Northeast Ohio. Brick Colonials, Georgians, and Tudors line streets that were planned down to the setbacks, and two-family homes were designed to look like grand single houses. Nearly a century later, the architecture still holds up, but the plumbing behind the plaster often doesn’t. Northeast Plumbing & Mechanical helps Shaker Heights homeowners keep that plumbing reliable without compromising the homes themselves, and you’ll get a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Most Shaker Heights homes were built between the 1910s and the 1950s, and many still have a mix of original and updated plumbing. Galvanized steel water lines are the most common problem we see: they corrode from the inside, so water pressure fades first on the second and third floors and rusty water shows up at the tap. Cast iron drain stacks run from the basement to the roof inside the walls and eventually crack or rust through, while the clay sewer lateral under the front lawn has had decades for the city’s mature trees to send roots into its joints. Add original gate valves that seize when you need them and a few generations of patchwork repairs, and you have a system that’s worth understanding before it fails.
We start by looking at the whole system, from the water service and main shut-off in the basement to the upstairs bathrooms and the sewer line to the street. Then we explain what’s in good shape, what’s wearing out, and what can wait, so you can plan repairs on your terms instead of in an emergency.
Replacing old galvanized supply lines with copper or PEX is one of the best upgrades you can make to an older Shaker Heights home. It restores strong, even water pressure on every floor and ends the cycle of pinhole leaks. Because these homes have plaster walls, original woodwork, and finishes worth protecting, we plan every repipe around them. We trace existing routes first, use basements, closets, and existing chases wherever we can, keep any wall openings small and in the least visible places, and cover floors and furnishings before we start. If you’d rather spread the cost and disruption out, we can repipe in phases, one floor or one line at a time.
We start by looking at the whole system, from the water service and main shut-off in the basement to the upstairs bathrooms and the sewer line to the street. Then we explain what’s in good shape, what’s wearing out, and what can wait, so you can plan repairs on your terms instead of in an emergency.
Shaker Heights is known for its two-family homes, many designed to look like a single large house from the street. Inside, each unit usually has its own fixtures and water heater, but the units often share a drain stack, a sewer line, and sometimes a water service. A clog or leak in one unit can quickly become a problem for both. We trace issues across the whole building, add separate shut-offs so one unit can be worked on without disturbing the other, coordinate access with tenants, and provide written documentation for owners. With about a third of Shaker Heights homes rented, we’re used to working with landlords who need dependable, well-documented service.
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Northeast Plumbing started with a simple idea. Show up, do it right, and earn the callback. No speeches, no slogans — just day one work ethic. We’ve been crawling through basements and digging through snow banks for over 30 years.
We show up when others won’t. We stay until it’s right. We treat your home with respect, your time like it’s precious, and your trust like it’s everything. Because to us, it is.
This is Northeast Plumbing, and we’re stronger than ever.
This place is great – In and out quickly, and the technicians, Dale and Chase, were respectful, exceptionally kind and even really funny too. They created a safe and welcoming environment and explained everything very simply, in a way that was easy to understand. I would definitely use this company again, as this was a great experience. They even squeezed us in for a same day appointment, which was great. You guys are the best – Thanks so much for your wonderful service!
Great experience, staff was professional, knowledgeable, and quick. I will be calling them for all my plumbing issues in the future!
Thank you Greg & Dale for being so awesome!
Dale, Jerry, and Josh came out to snake a backed up basement drain. They were very courteous and let me know everything they were doing to fix the issue which they resolved very quickly. I really appreciate the fast and friendly service.
Slow or blocked drains cleared completely — kitchen, bath, floor drains, and main line..
Repair, replacement, and installation for gas, electric, and tankless water heaters.
Precision diagnostics to locate hidden leaks before they cause serious structural damage.
Camera inspection, trenchless repair options, and full excavation when needed.
Full-service commercial repairs, backflow testing, hydro jetting, and maintenance contracts.
Burst pipes, overflows, no hot water. We respond fast, day or night, with no holiday surcharges.
Burst pipes, overflows, no hot water. We respond fast, day or night, with no holiday surcharges.
Water moves fast — basements flood, drywall swells, mold starts within 48 hours. We extract, dry, and restore before damage spreads.
Annual backflow testing keeps your water supply safe and your property compliant. Certified testing, fast turnaround, filed with the city for you.
High-pressure water clears years of grease, roots, and buildup that snaking can’t touch. The deep clean your main line actually needs.
From small fixes to full system work, our licensed plumbers handle it all. One call covers whatever’s going on in your home.
Toilets, tubs, showers, and vanities — installed, repaired, or replaced. We keep your bathroom running without the mess.
Clogs, leaks, low pressure, or a sink that won’t drain right. We diagnose it fast and fix it the first time.
Installation, repair, and battery backup options to keep your basement dry when storms hit. Don’t wait for a flood to find out yours has failed.
Whole-home filtration and softening systems for cleaner, better-tasting water. We size and install the right system for your home.