Leaks & pipe repairs
A drip, a damaged pipe, or a faulty shutoff.
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Plumbing repairs.
Clear answers.
Professional service.
From a faucet that needs replacing to the hot water you count on. Focused repairs, thoughtful upgrades, and ongoing care from G.I. Bruno Service & Repair.
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A reputation builtone repair at a time.
FIND THE RIGHT SERVICE
What needs attention?
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Fixture repair
A running toilet, leaking faucet, or fixture replacement.
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Drains & pump systems
Slow drains, backups, sump pumps, or sewage ejectors.
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Water heaters
Capacity, hot-water issues, sediment service, or replacement.
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Boiler service
Existing boiler components, leaks, or maintenance.
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Whole-house filtration
Installation, filter changes, pressure, and optional treatment.
View service detailsIllustrative scenes, equipment, and repair examples—not photographs of completed customer jobs. Sizing, exact scope, and price are reviewed before work starts.
SERVICE & SCOPEROUGH TOTAL
Toilet tune-up
Fill valve, flapper, or similar internal repair; standard parts included.
From $250Ask about this
Toilet removal & reset
Existing toilet; standard seal and reconnection. Flange repair extra.
$350–$450Ask about this
Faucet replacement
Standard faucet, labor, and standard installation materials included. Specialty fixtures or additional access are quoted separately.
About $250Ask about this
Hose bib / outdoor spigot repair
Accessible single fixture; access requirements quoted before repair; restoration excluded.
$350Ask about this
Accessible pipe leak repair
Localized repair; materials and access requirements confirmed first.
$250–$650Ask about this
Shutoff valves & supply lines
Accessible valve and supply-connection repairs; parts and access confirmed before work.
Quote after assessmentAsk about this
Helpful to send: Send a close-up of the problem and a wider photo showing access.
A guide before we quote.
Displayed repair prices are rough totals for the listed scope, including labor and standard parts or materials, before tax. Water-heater replacement estimates also include the heater. Jobs without a listed price receive a complete quote. Equipment choices, specialty parts, difficult access, and additional work can affect the final total. Scope and price are confirmed before work begins. Finish restoration, painting, debris removal, and cleanup services are excluded.
CARE FOR WHAT COMES INTO YOUR HOME
Better control.
From the first connection.
Filtration, temperature regulation, and pressure control each have a different job. Let’s review your existing plumbing and choose the work that fits.
Read the filtration story
Water travels from the treatment plant through distribution pipes before reaching your home. Pipe corrosion, repairs and changes in flow can disturb accumulated sediment.
Water quality: three filtration stages
The illustrated setup uses sediment, carbon-particle and carbon-block filters: particles first, chlorine taste and odor next.
Filter performance depends on the selected system. Specific contaminant reduction requires appropriate certification. Illustrative equipment, not an installation diagram.
FROM WATER CONDITIONS TO WATER DAMAGE
A pinhole can start small.
The damage may not.
Sediment, water chemistry, temperature, flow, and the condition of the copper can all influence corrosion. Hot-water lines can be especially vulnerable because heat may accelerate some corrosion processes.
Untreated water enters
Incoming water may carry sediment and has chemistry unique to the home’s supply and plumbing.
Deposits can accumulate
Sediment can collect in a tank water heater and deposits may form along low points inside horizontal piping.
Localized corrosion deepens
Under the wrong conditions, a small pit can progress through the copper wall and become a pinhole.
Drip becomes damage
A hidden drip can become a spray or jet, soaking finishes and belongings and creating conditions where mold may grow.
Filtration may address selected water-quality concerns, but it is not a universal cure for copper corrosion. Testing, pressure checks, water temperature, pipe condition, and the correct treatment strategy all matter.
THE WATER DOESN’T STOP AT THE MAIN PIPE
Smaller passages.
More places for buildup.
The same water continues through narrow tubing, screens, cartridges, seals, valves, and appliance controls. Deposits and debris can restrict flow, interfere with moving parts, and contribute to wear or leakage throughout the home.
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Refrigerator supply line
Small ¼-inch copper tubing can develop deposits, connection leaks, or localized corrosion behind and beneath the appliance.
02
Faucets & aerators
Scale and debris can collect at cartridges, handle openings, spouts, and aerator screens—restricting or distorting flow.
03
Shower fixtures
Mineral deposits can build around trim, frames, handles, and spray nozzles, leaving weak or uneven water patterns.
04
Washing-machine inlet
Fine debris and scale can restrict inlet screens and interfere with the solenoid valve’s small passages and seals.
05
Dishwasher inlet
The dishwasher’s continuously connected supply relies on a small inlet screen, valve seat, and seals that can foul or wear.
06
Toilet fill valve
Sediment and scale can affect small fill-valve passages and diaphragms, contributing to slow fills, noise, or seepage.
07
Boiler components
Feeders, check valves, air vents, threaded fittings, and relief valves can scale or corrode. The cutaway shows debris holding the relief-valve seat open.
These original illustrations show typical residential components, not a manufacturer’s installation diagram. Different water problems require different treatment. Sediment and carbon filtration do not automatically soften hard water or correct corrosive water chemistry; testing helps identify the right approach.
KEEP THE SMALL THINGS FROM PILING UP
Fix today.
Plan the next visit.
One repair or a short list.
Include the work you would like assessed.
Make a small-job list.
A running toilet, a faucet you want replaced, and a shutoff that needs attention. Send the full list so we can plan the visit and quote each job.
Start your listGet boiler care on the calendar.
Existing hot-water boiler components, visible leaks, and operating concerns. Inspection and replacement follow the condition of your equipment.
Explore boiler careKeep useful systems working.
Filter changes, outdoor spigot service, sump equipment, and leak protection. Discuss service timing for your home and the equipment you have.
See care & upgrade optionsABOUT THE BUSINESS
G.I. Bruno Service & Repair.
Plumbing repair
and maintenance.
For Long Island.
Call for serviceG.I. Bruno Service & Repair is built around getting the systems you depend on working again—and keeping them that way.
G.I. Bruno Service & Repair is operated by G.I Bruno Productions, INC.
Owner-led service with Harold overseeing every job. Service requests are handled directly, with clear communication about the assessment, agreed scope, and next steps.
G.I. Bruno Service & Repair provides repairs, service, maintenance, and practical upgrades for Long Island homes and small businesses. Each job begins with an assessment and an agreed scope of work.
Understand the job
Your symptoms, equipment, and access help shape the visit.
Agree on the repair
Review the scope and price before the work begins.
Check the result
Complete the agreed plumbing work and check operation.
THE LITTLE THINGS CUSTOMERS REMEMBER
Clear explanations.
Work they appreciate.
Takes the time
to explain.
Customers appreciate Harold’s knowledge, his thorough explanations, and his quick response when something needs fixing.
From Luther T. & Joe C.Summary of selected Thumbtack reviews
Easy to
communicate with.
Mill valued the good service and smooth communication throughout the job—and said they would use Harold again.
From Mill J.Summary of a Yelp review · December 2025
Options explained.
The job handled.
Edwin appreciated understanding the problem and repair options before work began. Bob highlighted friendly, professional, and efficient service.
From Edwin F. & Bob R.Summary of selected Yelp reviews
Local customers.
Real experiences.
Selected positive feedback from Thumbtack and Yelp, summarized in our words—not verbatim quotes or an overall rating. Platform names identify the review sources.
CLOSE TO HOME
Long Island.
Let’s start with your town.
Serving Nassau and western/central Suffolk. Send your location to confirm service availability.
Check availability for your jobCopiagueLindenhurstAmityvilleWest BabylonDeer ParkWyandanchMassapequaNearby communities
A BETTER FIRST MESSAGE
Describe your service needs.
Request an assessment.
Provide the job details, then send your service request by text or email. Photos can be attached in your messaging app.
A few details go a long way.
- Your town and the issue you want fixed
- One close-up and one wider photo
- A model label for a heater, boiler, or filter
- Other repairs you want checked during the visit
Appointments and response times are confirmed directly by G.I. Bruno Service & Repair.
Add preferred availability (optional)
This prepares a message in your own app. Review it and press send there. It does not book an appointment or submit a request on this page.
KNOW WHAT COMES NEXT
Send your town and photos.
A close-up, wider view, and model label help assess the equipment and access.
Confirm scope and price.
The assessment determines the repair options. Work is agreed before it starts.
Complete the plumbing work.
Operation is checked and any further service needs are explained.
BEFORE THE VISIT
Good questions.
Straight answers.
Already contacted us through Yelp or Thumbtack?
Use the same name so we can pick up the conversation.
Do you take on small jobs?
Yes. Faucet replacements, running toilets, faulty valves, and other focused repair jobs are a core part of G.I. Bruno Service & Repair.
Can you look at more than one issue in a visit?
Include each issue in your service request so the visit and parts can be planned. Each repair is assessed and included in the agreed quote.
Can I get a price from a photo?
Photos help narrow down the job. The $99 diagnostic visit is credited toward a completed repair. Final scope and price are confirmed before work starts.
Can I supply a faucet or other equipment?
Yes. Send the model before buying so compatibility and installation scope can be discussed. The price guide uses rough totals with standard materials; customer-supplied equipment gets a separate, adjusted quote.
Do you maintain existing boilers and filters?
Yes. Service is matched to your equipment: boiler components, water-heater maintenance, filter cartridges, housings, valves, and related plumbing.
How soon can you come?
Call or text your town and what is happening. Service availability is confirmed directly; sending a message here does not reserve a time.
What is included in the work?
The agreed plumbing repair, service, or installation and an operating check. Parts, equipment, access, and any additional work are specified in the quote.
Is restoration included?
Remodeling, wall or tile restoration, painting, finish work, debris removal, and cleanup services are outside the plumbing scope.