Norfolk Air has solutions for the power outages and damages which storms WILL bring. Let us evaluate and tune-up your pumping system and add a water-powered emergency backup sump pump!

Why do we need emergency backup for our sump pump? Because power outages are routine in storms! Sump pumps run on AC; so, our pumps do not move water from our homes.

Why does Norfolk Air install water-powered emergency pumps?  Because batteries drain! Most sump pumps are backed up by battery packs; however, the life of a battery is limited. Our water-powered secondary pump attaches to your water supply piping and runs as long as you have water service from the City or a well.

Sure, as always, we will answer your call and promptly be at your door in an emergency; but, NOW is the time to do all we can to prevent the emergency. Set an appointment with Norfolk Air for an inspection and tune-up of your sump pump and an estimate to install the water-powered emergency backup sump pump!** Call us today at 757-963-8365 or contact us through the website.

**Ask Norfolk Air how our Blue Ribbon Protection Plan will help you maintain all of your home’s systems and how we can reduce the risk of water damage.

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Plumbing Emergency and Scheduled Repair:

• Sink and Toilet Clogs
• Water & Sewage Repair
• Drain Service & Repair
• Garbage Disposals, Drains & Faucets
• Leaking Pipes & Toilet Repairs
• Water Heater Repair Specialist

Plumbing Installation:

• Sewer & Water Lines Installed
• Dishwashers
• Water Heaters
• Showers Installed
• Water Fountains
• Water Mains
• Sinks
• Toilets
• Direct Vent Heat-No Chimney
• Comfort Height Toilets
• Floor Drains
• Sump Pump Emergency Backup

We know that a small leak can lead to a big problem, so it’s important to fix the underlying problem completely. That means hiring the best plumbing team. Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical professionals are licensed, certified, and held to a very high standard. We believe it’s important to build and maintain a long term relationship with your plumber. You can rely on us for quality plumbing and fixture installation and repair services.

When you call on Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical to repair your hot water heater, unclog tough drains, or install a new bathroom sink or toilet, you’ll find your daily business will be interrupted as little as possible. We use the most updated technological equipment for inspecting sewer drains and clearing clogs, and offer the most competitive prices in town. You won’t find better plumbing services, or more courteous service, for your money.

To learn more contact us today at 757-963-8365 for your free estimate. We provide plumbing services in Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake.

Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical also provides services for commercial plumbing needs.

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The professional plumbers of Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical are certified and trained to tackle any commercial or industrial drainage and sewer problem. In high tourist Virginia Beach and Norfolk areas it’s important to keep water and sewer pipes working effectively and well. We use only the most updated equipment to inspect sewer lines and drains, and we are fully trained to install new water heaters, sprinkler systems, and bathroom and industrial kitchen fixtures in your commercial building. If you’re constructing a new business or adding onto your present office, we also specialize in water service installation so it’s ready and running before you open your doors to the public.

Commercial Plumbing Services

Emergency and Scheduled Repair:

• Sink and Toilet Clogs
• Water & Sewage Repair
• Drain Service & Repair
• Garbage Disposals, Drains & Faucets
• Leaking Pipes & Toilet Repairs
• Leaks Under Slabs Whole House Re-Pipe
• Water Heater Repair Specialist

Installation:

• Sewer & Water Lines Installed
• Dishwashers
• Water Heaters
• Showers Installed
• Water Fountains
• Water Mains
• Sinks
• Direct Vent Heat-No Chimney
• Comfort Height Toilets
• Floor Drains

To learn more about these plumbing services and other Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake commercial plumbing services, contact us today at 757-963-8365 for your free estimate on your plumbing project.

Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical provides services for all your commercial plumbing needs. Whether it’s a scheduled service or an emergency, our expert plumbers are available 24 hours a day for customers in the cities of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News and Hampton in Hampton Roads. Call us today at 757-963-8365 for your free estimate or for 24 hour emergency repair and service.

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Norfolk Air has a team of knowledgeable water heater experts to help you with all of your needs! Whether it’s tankless or traditional, gas or electric – we can help!

Your water heater is one of the most relied-on systems in your home. Be on the lookout for signs that it may need to be serviced such as:

• Your water looks rusty or has an odor
• You hear rumbling, popping, or whining noises
• You see water leaking around the base of the water heater

If you notice any of these issues, it’s time to call us for help! 
757-963-8365

Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical will come to your home and thoroughly examine and explain the issue and your repair options. If replacing your water heater is the most cost-effective solution, our technicians will walk you through the various types and the features of each so that you can make the selection that’s right for you. Whichever type you choose, our experienced plumbers will remove the old unit, perform the professional installation, and clean up when they’re finished.

Considering a new tankless water heater? Read more about the differences between a tank and tankless water heater to help you decide which is best for your home.

Don’t forget that regular maintenance can prevent future issues.  Call Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical today at 757-963-8365 to schedule your annual water heater maintenance.

Our expert plumbers will make a careful check of your unit to make sure it’s safe and in good working order. Whether it’s a water heater repair, replacement and installation, or maintenance service, we’re here to serve your needs! We provide plumbing services for customers in the Hampton Roads areas, including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News and Hampton.

We service and install Bradford White tank and Rinnai tankless water heaters.

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Everyone has, at some time, experienced the awful inconvenience of a clogged drain. Whether it is a slow, gradual clog that worsens over time or a sudden, instantaneous blockage, Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical is here to help. We know you’re busy, you depend on your appliances, and we are on call 24/7 all year long for emergency drain assistance. Please contact us today, 757-963-8365, if your pipes are clogged or draining slowly.

Small clogs can cause big problems if left unchecked, and that’s why we use only the most effective and innovative methods of cleaning your drains. Each clog is different, and many things can cause blockages. No matter what’s backing up your sewage system, Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical can get things flowing smoothly again for your Norfolk, Virginia Beach, or Chesapeake home.

Hydro Jet Drain Cleaning

Ask about our Hydro Jet drain cleaning service.

One innovative tool that we use is the Hydro Jet, a pressurized water cannon which not only blasts away clogs, it scours the inside of your pipes! When the Hydro Jet is finished, the pipes are clear of all debris, with the added benefit of clearing away any accumulated grease and tree roots. Even better, the Hydro Jet is so effective that you will likely not need further maintenance on your pipes for a year or two.

Along with the Hydro Jet, we utilize the help of a sewer camera to assess and clean your drains and pipes. This allows our experienced technicians to view and understand the exact location and nature of the clog, and target the area with the Hydro Jet. Once we’ve finished scouring the inside of the pipes, we’ll take another pass through with the camera, to be absolutely certain we’ve gotten all the buildup cleared away.

Still not convinced that Hydro Jetting is for you? Keep calm, and read on.

• Traditional rooters simply push clogs around and, at best, punch a hole through the center of the blockage, leaving the clog to re-form over time. At Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, we prefer to deal with tough problems the first time. By scouring the pipelines, we completely remove the clog, and leave the pipes grease-free as a bonus (You’re welcome Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Newport News, Portsmouth and Hampton)!
• Because of the increased length of time between cleanings, Hydro Jetting actually saves homeowners money. Less time, hassle and money seem like a pretty good deal to us!

We hope we’ve convinced all the folks of Hampton Roads of the benefits of Hydro-Jetting and Sewage Cameras over traditional (AKA: outdated) methods of drain cleaning. If you still have questions or aren’t sure if it’s right for your sewage system, please contact Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical in Norfolk, Virginia Beach & Chesapeake at 757-963-8365 today for more information, or to schedule your pressurized drain cleaning!

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View our Blue Ribbon Protection Plan as a printable PDF.

Why Get An AC Tune-Up?

Independent studies have been done on the benefits of air conditioning maintenance. A series of homes were heavily instrumented, data was collected over time, tune-ups were performed, and data was collected again. The results of this landmark study were staggering. The researchers found that tune-ups saved energy and restored lost capacity.

How Much Does It Cost?

We offer four plans, each with a monthly pre-payment option, that provide one or two on-site inspections a year. Costs start at $10 a month for one annual visit to inspect one system. View our PDF Residential Maintenance & Service Agreement for full pricing and add-on options.

Average Monthly Savings from a Tune-Up: $30.00
Average Cooling Capacity Restored: 23%

The researchers concluded that:

Air conditioning maintenance benefits the customer by lowering their operating costs, increasing their comfort control capacity, and is believed to extend equipment life.

But do homeowners need a tune-up every year? To answer that question, researchers repeated the study a year later, using the same homes from the prior year. They found that 78% of the savings were present. In other words, one year of operation takes a toll on the air conditioner. It may still function adequately, but not nearly as efficient as it should.

Average Monthly Savings from a Tune-Up After One Year of Operation: $25.60

The Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical Blue Ribbon Protection Plan offers a 21-point inspection that is performed at all levels.

• Clean indoor evaporator coils with specialty cleaner*
• Clean outdoor condenser coil with specialty cleaner
• Flush drain lines
• Install drain tablet to reduce buildup of fungus, mold, and algae
• Test and monitor refrigerant levels
• Test and monitor capacitors
• Check and tighten electrical connections
• Test defrost cycle on heat pumps
• Check safeties
• Clean burners on furnaces*
• Inspect flue pipe
• Inspect duct system
• Measure amp draw
• Test backup electrical heat
• Inspect primary and secondary drain pan
• Inspect fan blades
• Check thermostat operation
• Check contactors for pitting
• Inspect supply and return grilles 
• Clean return grille
• Inspect disconnect
• Measure volts

*Add-on pricing shown is the price per system.

View our PDF Residential Agreement for add-on options and pricing.

Call us today for more information about our Blue Ribbon Protection Plan 757-963-8365.

Norfolk Air Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical provides professional commercial and residential heating, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical services to customers in the cities of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News and Hampton in Hampton Roads. 

24 Hour Emergency Repair and Service

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Access Panel – An opening in the wall or ceiling near the fixture that allows access for servicing the plumbing/electrical system.

Aerator – A device screwed into the end of a faucet spout that mixes air into flowing water, and controls flow to reduce splashing. It sometimes contains a baffle to reduce flow to 2.5 gpm.

Backflow – Backflow is the flow of water or other liquids, mixtures, or substances into the distributing pipes of a potable supply of water from any sources other than its intended source.

Back Pressure – Pressure that resists the flow of fluid in a piping system.

Backup – The overflow of a plumbing fixture due to drain stoppage e.g. a clogged toilet or clogged drain.

Backwater Valve – Sewer line valve that prevents sewage from flowing back into the house.

Boiler – A sealed tank where water is heated and turned to steam for power or hot water.

Check Valve – A type of backflow preventer installed in a pipe run that allows water to flow in only one direction.

Circuit Vent – Plumbing drainage system vertical vent which is run from the last two traps on a horizontal drain line to the main vent stack of a building drainage system.

Finish Plumbing – Installation of plumbing fixtures to make the system usable.

Fixture – In plumbing, the devices that provide a supply of water and/or its disposal, e.g. sinks, tubs, toilets.

Flapper Valve – The part on the bottom of the toilet tank that opens to allow water to flow from the tank into the bowl.

Gate – A device that controls the flow in a conduit, pipe, or tunnel.

Instantaneous Water Heater – A type of water heater that heats water as it flows through a heat exchanger coil.

Leader – Pipe carrying rainwater to the ground or sewer.

O-Ring – Round rubber washer used to create a watertight seal, chiefly around valve stems.

Plumbing Tree – Prefabricated set of drain waste, vent, and supply lines.

Plunger – An instrument usually with a rubber head, used to create suction in a drain line or a toilet to push a clog through the line.

Pop-Up Drain – Type of drain assembly for lavatory and bath. When a lavatory lift rod or bath overflow plate lever is lifted, the pop-up drain closes so the lavatory or tub retains water.

Trap – Curved section of drain line that prevents sewer odors from escaping into the atmosphere. All fixtures that have drains must have a “P” trap installed. A toilet is the only plumbing fixture with an “S” trap.

Trap Arm – The waste arm portion of a drainage trap.

Trap Dip – The U-bend portion of a drainage trap.

Washdown Water Closet – Water closet having a siphon trapway at the front of the bowl, and integral flushing rim.

Waste Arm – Drain extension pipe, usually to extend a sink drain into a wall.

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