01Homes in Monmouth County and their plumbing
About 644,000 people lived in Monmouth County at the 2020 Census.
| Building type | Where you'll often find it | Typical plumbing concerns |
|---|---|---|
| Shore homes | Long Branch, Asbury Park, Belmar, Sea Bright, Manasquan | Corrosion, flooding, frozen pipes in seasonal homes |
| Suburban single-family houses | Freehold, Marlboro, Middletown, Howell, Manalapan | Water heaters, sump pumps, sewer laterals |
| Older town homes | Red Bank, Long Branch | Cast iron, renovations |
02Common plumbing problems
- Frozen pipes in seasonal shore homes
- Flood damage and corrosion near the water
- Sump pumps and basement water
- Water heater replacement
- Septic in some inland areas
03Licensing & permits
- Who can do the work
- NJ licensed master plumbers, or employees under their supervision. A homeowner may work on their own single-family home. Details
- Permits
- Construction office of your municipality, under the NJ Uniform Construction Code. How NJ permits work
- Plumbing code
- National Standard Plumbing Code (UCC plumbing subcode)
- Lead service lines
- NJ water utilities must replace lead service lines, generally within 10 years of the 2021 law; you may get a letter from yours
04Water, sewer & gas
- Water
- NJ American Water and municipal systems
- Gas
- New Jersey Natural Gas
- Sewer
- Regional sewer authorities; septic in some areas
Providers vary by street and town. Your bill shows which one serves your address. Smell gas? Leave and call 911 or your gas utility from outside.
05Cities & towns
- Red Bank
- Freehold
- Long Branch
- Middletown
- Asbury Park
- Marlboro
- Howell
- Manalapan
- Belmar
- Manasquan
06Monmouth County plumbing FAQ
How do I winterize a shore house?
Shut off the water, drain the lines and water heater, and protect traps and fixtures, or keep heat on. A plumber can do it and restore service in spring.
07Nearby areas
Sources & review
Last reviewed . General information, not legal or engineering advice. Rules change and individual buildings differ.