A Family-Owned Company

We’re not a franchise. We’re not a giant company with layers of dispatchers and mystery techs. We’re a father-and-son team based right here in Queens, and we take pride in doing every job ourselves—from Park Slope to Middle Village. You’ll always know who’s coming to your door, and you’ll always get honest answers.

Three Generations, One Trade

Our company started decades ago with our grandfather, passed down through our father, and now runs with both of us working side by side every day. This isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. When you call us for help, you’re calling a family that’s been doing plumbing & heating work the right way for over 40 years.


We’ve worked in basements across Bushwick, handled boiler replacements in Forest Hills, and installed piping in homes from Carroll Gardens to Ridgewood. Every job, no matter the size, gets our full attention.

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Licensed, Certified & Trusted in NYC

Licensed Master Plumbers

Fully licensed in New York City to handle all residential plumbing & heating work—no shortcuts, no guesswork.

Task 86/87 Gas Qualified

Certified to safely perform gas piping work and meet all DOB inspection requirements across the five boroughs.

National Grid Value Plus Installer

Trusted by National Grid to install high-efficiency equipment and handle upgrades that qualify for rebates and programs.

Old-School Values Still Matter

We believe in showing up on time, being prepared, doing the job properly, and never recommending work you don’t need. That’s how we’ve always done it, and that’s how we’ll keep doing it. No sales pitches, no nonsense—just solid work and a good name.

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Show Up Prepared

We take the time to ask the right questions on the phone so we bring the tools, parts, and knowledge needed to get the job done right—no wasted time, no surprises.

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Do It Right the First Time

We don’t cut corners. Whether it’s a full boiler replacement or a simple leak repair, we treat every job with the same level of care and craftsmanship.

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Be Honest with People

You’ll always get straight answers from us. We’ll tell you what’s wrong, what it will take to fix it, and whether something is worth repairing or replacing. No upselling, no pressure—just honest advice.

The Faces You’ll See on Every Job

We’re a father-and-son team who do the work ourselves—no random techs, no middlemen. When you call us, we’re the ones who show up, do the job, and make sure it’s done right. That’s how we’ve built long-term trust across Queens & Brooklyn.

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  • Ken Cavaliere Sr.

    NYC Licensed Master Plumber #1097


    Ken Cavaliere Sr. grew up in Middle Village, Queens.  After working throughout his childhood with his father Michael Cavaliere, they founded Big Apple Plumbing and Heating together in 1979.  He gained his NYC Master Plumber License in 1986.  He has attended countless heating seminars and training courses hosted by National Grid, Con Edision and other natural gas and heating professionals, and continues to learn about new plumbing technologies.  He continues to maintain the values and integrity of a small mom-and-pop business with the addition of his son in 2010. 

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  • Ken Cavaliere Jr.

    NYC Licensed Master Plumber #2543


    Ken Cavaliere Jr.  began working with his father as a young boy as an extra hand during summers.  After graduating high school, he attended Polytechnic University in Brooklyn to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.  While in school, he continued to work with his father gaining more experience.  In 2008, he graduated magna cum laude with a BS in mechanical engineering.  Continuing from the internship he began in 2006, he went to work with National Grid in the engineering department designing and overseeing construction of industrial gas heating equipment for high-pressure gas facilities.  He left National Grid in 2010 to continue building the family business with his father.

Need help with plumbing or heating?

Call us today to speak directly with someone who’ll be on the job.
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In Loving Memory of Michael Cavaliere

Founder, Veteran, Firefighter, and Family Man
Michael Cavaliere grew up in 1930s Long Island City, Queens, and lived a life defined by service, strength, and dedication. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War aboard an LST ship, where he learned plumbing in the engine rooms and rose to the rank of Chief Petty Officer. After returning home, he worked as a plumber before joining the New York City Fire Department, serving with honor in Corona’s Ladder Company 138 for 16 years.

In 1979, after retiring from the FDNY, Michael founded Big Apple Plumbing & Heating alongside his son, Ken Cavaliere Sr. He brought with him a lifetime of experience and values that still guide the company today—honesty, hard work, and pride in doing the job right. That tradition has since been passed on to his grandson, Ken Jr., who continues the legacy Michael began more than four decades ago.

Michael’s impact is still felt every day on the job sites, in the way we treat our customers, and in the family-first spirit that drives our work. We are proud to carry on what he started.