Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Supplier of Water Meter Pits and Hydrant Replacement Parts
Water & Sewer Specialties has been a family-owned and operated business since 1990, serving customers from our base in Portland, Connecticut. Our 35+ years of specialized expertise in water meter pits and hydrant replacement parts has established us as industry leaders in the water and wastewater sector. We maintain a comprehensive inventory of meter pits, hydrant components, and plumbing solutions to meet diverse utility specifications. Our commitment to personalized customer service ensures clients receive prompt responses, technical guidance, and efficient delivery solutions. As a local business positioned between Hartford and New Haven, we combine regional market knowledge with national product availability through partnerships like our distributor relationship with Pollard Water.Our technical capabilities extend to repair services for tapping machines, electric operators, and pneumatic equipment. We maintain strict quality standards across our product lines, which include ductile iron fittings, valve components, and specialized tools for water infrastructure. Our team's deep industry experience enables us to provide expert recommendations for both residential and commercial water management systems. We prioritize maintaining our reputation as a trusted source for critical water system components while adapting to evolving industry standards. Through consistent family ownership and operational focus, we continue delivering reliable solutions for water utility professionals and contractors.
Services
Meter Pits
Hydrant Parts
Equipment Repair
Butterfly Valves
Hydrant Markers
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized experience in water infrastructure components
- Our family-owned business prioritizes personalized customer service and technical expertise
- We maintain immediate inventory access through our Portland, CT distribution center
- A real live person answers phone inquiries during business hours
- Our product knowledge spans complete hydrant systems and meter pit specifications
Services
Meter Pits
We supply water meter pits and vaults designed for accurate water usage measurement and leak detection. Our polyethene and PVC models meet all local utility specifications for residential and commercial applications. With 35 years of specialized experience, we provide solutions for meter installations outside customer properties.
Hydrant Parts
Our comprehensive hydrant replacement parts inventory covers all major brands including Mueller, Kennedy, and US Pipe. We stock critical components like adapters, caps, and security devices while maintaining immediate availability through our Portland CT facility.
Equipment Repair
We offer repair and rebuilding services for tapping machines, electric operators, and pneumatic equipment. Our technicians service all makes and models, complemented by sales of hydraulic jackhammers, tap drills, and locating equipment.
Butterfly Valves
We distribute flanged and mechanical joint butterfly valves in sizes 4"-16" and 10"-14" respectively. Our inventory includes both standard and specialty valve configurations to meet diverse water system requirements.
Hydrant Markers
Our reflectorized hydrant marker flags include 5' red/white spring-type and 48" orange rebar models with 6" reflective disks. These visibility solutions help utility crews locate hydrants during winter conditions and routine maintenance.
People
Aaron Schwartz
Co-Owner
Co-owner with 35+ years of water infrastructure expertise, leading operations and customer service initiatives for Water & Sewer Specialties since its founding in 1990.
Alexa Schwartz
Co-Owner
Co-owner managing inventory and technical support operations, leveraging extensive product knowledge to maintain the company's reputation for reliable water system solutions.
Questions
What products does Water & Sewer Specialties offer?
We specialize in water meter pits, hydrant replacement parts, butterfly valves, and hydrant marker flags. Our inventory includes over 100 specialized plumbing components for water infrastructure projects.
Do you carry parts for all hydrant brands?
Yes, we stock replacement parts for major brands including Mueller, Kennedy, Darling, US Pipe, Clow, Waterous, and M&H hydrants at our Portland CT location.
Are meter pits available in different materials?
We offer meter pits in polyethene and PVC materials to meet various installation requirements and local utility specifications for water meter installations.
Do you provide equipment repair services?
Yes, we repair all makes and models of tapping machines, electric operators, and pneumatic equipment with both in-house and field service capabilities.
Is your business locally owned?
Yes, Water & Sewer Specialties has been family-owned and operated in Portland, Connecticut since 1990, serving customers across the state.
How quickly can I get parts?
Our Portland CT distribution center maintains immediate inventory access for most common water infrastructure components with expedited delivery options available.
