About Main Man Water main & Sewer service

Service is our #1 priority

Plumbing Repair Specialist & NYC Master Plumber Since 1965

For years, our goal has been to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer, while offering professional and friendly services at competitive rates. Backed by a License Master Plumber with over 60 years of combined knowledge and experience, we’ve got the experience to handle any job. To speak to a member of our staff, simply contact us for your free estimate today.

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Our company history

With over 40 years of experience, Main Man Water Main & Sewer Repair has become one of NYC’s most reliable providers of sewer line repair, water main replacement, and emergency plumbing services. Family-owned and operated, we’re known for fast response times, dependable service, and hands-on expertise that keeps your property safe and compliant.

The Foundation
1981
Main Man Water Main & Sewer Service was founded with a simple mission: to provide reliable, professional water and sewer solutions to New York City. What started as a small operation would grow into one of NYC's most trusted names in emergency water main and sewer repair.
A Vision Takes Shape
1996
Scott Kerity discovered his passion for the business and developed a clear vision: to become a master plumber and learn everything there was to know about water and sewer mains across New York City. This wasn't just about running a business—it was about mastering a craft that keeps the city flowing.
Leadership & Mastery
2005
Scott Kerity earned his Master Plumber License (#2022) and officially took over the company. With expertise backed by professional credentials, Main Man began building the reputation for quick response times and personalized service that sets us apart from larger competitors today.
40k Jobs Strong
2010
A major milestone: Main Man reached 40,000 completed jobs. This achievement represented not just volume, but decades of trust earned one emergency call at a time. From DEP 3-day notices to complex sewer repairs, we had proven our reliability across every borough.
The Next Generation
2021
Eli Kerity joined the company, bringing fresh energy while honoring the Main Man legacy. As COO & Manager, Eli represents the future of our family business—ensuring that the same direct, quick, and personable service that built our reputation will continue for generations to come.

Our edge in excellence

Main Man Water Main & Sewer Service delivers unmatched quality and reliability in NYC’s water and sewer industry, with proven results that speak for themselves.

Our decades of expertise, thousands of satisfied customers, and reputation as NYC’s premier water main and sewer service provider make us the trusted choice for water main and sewer solutions across the five boroughs.

#1Water & Sewer Service in NYC

40+Years of Experience

10k+Satisfied Customers

40k+Successful Projects

Protecting your home's water supply in Brooklyn & Queens, NY

Your water supply is critical to your home’s health and safety. In Brooklyn and Queens, Main Man Water Main & Sewer Repair is here to protect it—offering fast, expert solutions for water main issues, sewer line problems, and emergency plumbing situations. Because keeping your home safe starts underground.

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customer reviews

Don't just take our word for it—hear what our satisfied customers have to say about their experience with Main Man Water Main & Sewer Service.

Over 10,000+ satisfied customers

Main Man Water Main & Sewer is the man! They did an excellent job replacing our lead pipes with copper. Shoutout to Eli and Arturo’s team that showed up. My immediate elderly neighbors were highly surprised how they did the job so quickly and quiet aside from the focused jackhammering…

I have had to deal with two other water/sewer utility contractors and Main Man was far better than them in terms of responsiveness, professionalism and quality of work. I am an engineer/architect so I have some experience with this kind of work. David Reyes, the crew chief, in particular deserves…

We had an emergency right before Thanksgiving and the crew got here and did truly fantastic work! Great professionalism, quick replies and understanding our co-ops little quirks….