Description
We specialize in service and installation of all facets of plumbing, heating and air conditioning. Including Boilers(hydronic and steam), furnaces, all types of water heaters(on demand, direct vent and atmospheric vent). Plumbing fixture repair and installation. Electric drain cleaning and video camera. Sump pumps including battery back up systems and water power back up systems. Underground leader piping(takes rain and ground water away from your house). We have been in business for over 100 years. Let our courteous and experienced staff diagnose and fix your plumbing, heating and air conditioning problems.
HISTORY
Established in 1912.
Max Schoenwalder Sr. founded Max Sr & Paul Schoenwalder in Newark in 1912. In 1919 Max moved his family and business to Union, NJ. At the time Union still had dirt roads, no running water and no street lights. Max Schoenwalder Sr. was a highly visible figure in Union. He served on the township committee for 9 years, served as mayor from 1932-1933 . After his death in 1968 the company was taken over by one of his sons, Paul Schoenwalder Sr. Paul Sr served in World War 2 and ran the business until he retired in 1982. The business was handed down to the next generation, Paul Schoenwalder Jr. Paul Jr. was involved in the Union Rotary Club, The Township of Union Chamber of Commerce and other local organizations over the years. When Paul Jr. passed away in 2007, His daughter Gayle and son-in-law Karl took over the business and kept up the same family tradition and values Max Schoenwalder Sr had started in 1912.
ABOUT BUSINESS OWNER
Gayle joined the business in 1982, She presently holds the position of Treasurer. Karl joined the business in 1994. He presently hold the position of President of the corporation. Gayle and Karl bolt hold New Jersey State Master Plumber Licences and HVACR Licences.
Reviews
Disgraceful service. Called plumber to fix job which was attempted but unfortunately not withstanding. Paid hefty fee for this. Next he came again and left with issue still unresolved. We paid again (now twice for same job) and very next day base board started leaking. I speak to 'manager Karl' and explain resentment at paying a 2nd time with issue still unresolved. Karl not accommodating and tells me I have to pay my guy. He agreed to provide me with a credit when plumber returns to fix. So 3rd time lucky and now I need issue fixed ASAP as winter storms coming. Office tells me engineer has job first thing but would be with me around midday. I wait around all day and at 5pm he still hasn't showed. I call office and Karl isn't around (funny that) as i want to share my frustration with him once again. I'm offered no assurances that the plumber can come tomorrow at a nominated time, even after i explain I'd needed to use a vacation day today and was disgruntled following previous back and forth. What a terrible way to treat a valued customer. I strongly suggest looking elsewhere for plumbing and heating needs as this company doesn't deserve your money. By the way Stan (our regular plumber at M&P) is great, just a shame those around him aren't. 1 less customer.
Emma M.
07/07/2021 12:00:00 SA
A very nice technician came to our house to fix a broken hose faucet, but left a rather unsightly burn on our siding and melted metal dripping down the siding as well from where the faucet was soldered on (I assume.) My husband forgot to mention we needed the electrical outlet checked that was directly next the faucet on the outside of the house. The tech didn't even attempt to help us with it, even check it with a voltage meter, because it was not on the original job order. This is understandable since he has other jobs to get to, but frustrating after seeing the damage.
He was very friendly and quick, which was appreciated, but for over $200, I would have liked him to not leave it looking worse than it did before. We have had really good experiences with them in the past, but this job wasn't their best
Nancy A.
01/08/2016 12:00:00 SA
Great service and responsive to our problem! Will use again!! Solved our issue same day! Was nice to take a shower again!
Jocelyn H.
11/01/2017 12:00:00 SA
From start to finish, I had a really great experience with M&P. I prefer to use a local company, these guys are a mom and pop operation with a good crew. The prices were reasonable, the work is quality. My tech had a pretty good season of humor too, always nice to feel comfortable with someone working in your house. I will definitely use them again. Thanks for coming out today!
The receptionist, who claimed to be an owner, was extremely rude for no reason at all. Do businesses not realize they have everything to lose by being nasty to the public when they call? I feel bad for people like this, being this age and not knowing or caring about manners. This is exactly why you lost the opportunity to work for us.
Another great service call - this time replacing three (3) steam radiator valves that hadn't been worked on in over 40 years. Lou did a fantastic job working through a very challenging repair.
Very good service prices reasonable
Workers know their profession and are reliable. Wish they could do electrical. Hope they continue with their services.
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