Ocean County · Toms River, NJ
Plumbers in Toms River, NJ
Toms River is in Ocean County, New Jersey. About 130,000 people live in the 4 ZIP codes we cover here, in roughly 59,000 homes, 82% of them single-family detached houses. The biggest share of the housing was built between 1960 and 1979 (41%), and that age decides most of what goes wrong with the plumbing.
- Same-day service when a plumber is available
- 4 ZIP codes covered
ZIP codes we cover in Toms River
08753, 08754, 08755, 08757
Toms River homes and their plumbing
Here is how Toms River's homes break down by year built, based on Census estimates for the covered ZIP codes: before 1940 2%, 1940–1959 10%, 1960–1979 41%, 1980–1999 34%, 2000 or later 12%. Most homes are old enough that original pipe, valves and water heaters are wearing out, but young enough that full repipes are a case-by-case call. Neighboring areas such as Lakewood are covered too.
| Year built | Share of homes |
|---|---|
| Before 1940 | 2% |
| 1940–1959 | 10% |
| 1960–1979 | 41% |
| 1980–1999 | 34% |
| 2000 or later | 12% |
Share of housing units in the covered ZIP codes. Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
- Residents in covered ZIPs
- 129,706
- Housing units
- 58,520
- Single-family detached
- 82%
- Owner-occupied
- 83%
- Heated with utility gas
- 86%
- Heated with electricity
- 8%
- Heated with fuel oil
- 4%
What goes wrong in Toms River homes
Natural gas in most homes
86% of occupied homes here heat with utility gas, so gas water heaters, ranges and dryers are common. That means gas line extensions for new appliances, flexible connector replacements and venting checks when a water heater is swapped. If you smell gas, leave first and call the gas utility from outside. See gas line repair.
1960s and 70s homes reaching end of life
41% of the housing here dates from 1960 to 1979. Original copper supply lines in those homes are now 45 to 65 years old, and cast iron drains of that age scale up inside and crack. Seized shutoff valves, pinhole leaks and recurring main-line clogs are common calls. A camera inspection shows the condition of the sewer line before anyone digs.
1980s and 90s construction and polybutylene
34% of homes were built between 1980 and 1999. Polybutylene supply pipe was installed widely in US homes from about 1978 to 1995, so houses from these years are worth checking for gray plastic pipe stamped PB2110, usually visible at the water heater or under sinks. Insurers and buyers often ask about it. See polybutylene replacement.
Winter freezes
54% of homes here were built before 1980, when pipes were more often run through exterior walls and uninsulated crawl spaces. In a cold New Jersey winter those are the lines that freeze and split. See frozen and burst pipe repair.
Common calls in Toms River
- Gas Line Repair
- Sewer Camera Inspection
- Polybutylene Pipe Replacement
- Frozen & Burst Pipe Repair
- Water Heater Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Main Water Line Repair
- Sewer Line Repair
Also available in Toms River: emergency plumbing and every plumbing service.
Toms River at a glance
- County
- Ocean County
- Nearest city pages
- Lakewood
- ZIP codes
- 08753, 08754, 08755, 08757
Toms River plumbing FAQ
How old are the homes in Toms River?
In the ZIP codes we cover around Toms River, Census estimates put 12% of homes as built before 1960, 41% from 1960 to 1979, 34% from 1980 to 1999 and 12% in 2000 or later. The largest group is 1960–1979 (41%).
Who licenses plumbers in Toms River, NJ?
The New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers licenses master plumbers; check a license through the Division of Consumer Affairs.
Are water heaters in Toms River usually gas or electric?
Census data for the area show 86% of homes heating with utility gas, 8% with electricity, 4% with fuel oil. Water heaters often use the same fuel as the home's heat, so utility gas is the most common here, but check the label on your tank before you shop for a replacement.
Guides for Toms River homeowners
Nearby areas
Also covered nearby: Manchester Township (3 mi), Lakehurst (4 mi), Beachwood (5 mi), Pine Beach (6 mi), Island Heights (7 mi), Ocean Gate (8 mi), Forked River (11 mi), Lavallette (11 mi).
Housing, heating and population figures are US Census Bureau American Community Survey 2023 5-year estimates for the ZIP code areas we cover in Toms River, so they may include neighboring communities that share those ZIP codes.
Need a plumber in Toms River?
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