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Your Trusted Plumbing Experts in Philadelphia
Plumbers Union Local 690 has been a cornerstone of excellence in the plumbing industry since its establishment, serving the Greater Philadelphia Region with unwavering commitment. Our highly skilled members specialize in commercial and residential plumbing, including critical back-flow services, ensuring the health and safety of communities. With a century-long tradition of training the most qualified professionals through the United Association's rigorous programs, we invest over $100 million annually in developing expertise across 400+ training facilities. Our apprenticeship and continuing education programs produce a stable, certified workforce capable of tackling complex piping systems in industrial and residential settings. We prioritize quality, reliability, and innovation, partnering with contractors to deliver first-time-right solutions for new construction and facility expansions.Our state-of-the-art training facility in Southeastern Pennsylvania exemplifies our dedication to advancing industry standards. Backed by decades of collective experience, we uphold a legacy of trustworthiness through transparent communication and adherence to ethical practices. As stewards of public health, we extend our expertise beyond core services through initiatives like the Allied Trades Assistance Program's substance abuse education. Our focus remains on empowering members with family benefits and career growth while maintaining 24/7 responsiveness to client needs. This combination of technical mastery, community responsibility, and operational excellence solidifies our position as the region's premier plumbing resource.
Services
Commercial Plumbing
Residential Plumbing
Back-Flow Services
Apprenticeship Training
Continuing Education
Highlights and features
- We offer century-proven training through the United Association's $100M+ annual investment
- Our workforce includes certified professionals with 5-year apprenticeship programs
- We maintain state-of-the-art training facilities in Southeastern Pennsylvania
- We provide continuing education with associate's degree opportunities
- Our members complete complex piping systems for industrial and residential projects
Services
Commercial Plumbing
Our commercial plumbing services deliver comprehensive solutions for industrial facilities and business properties. With a workforce trained through rigorous United Association programs, we handle complex piping systems in new construction and renovation projects. Our certified professionals ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards while maintaining operational efficiency for business clients.
Residential Plumbing
We provide expert residential plumbing services for homeowners throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region. Our certified plumbers handle everything from routine maintenance to emergency repairs, focusing on durability and code compliance. Through ongoing training initiatives, our technicians stay current with the latest residential plumbing technologies and best practices.
Back-Flow Services
Our specialized back-flow prevention services protect public water systems from contamination. Certified technicians perform comprehensive testing and maintenance on back-flow prevention devices. We serve both commercial and residential clients with solutions that meet EPA and local water authority requirements, ensuring safe water distribution systems.
Apprenticeship Training
Our five-year apprenticeship program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training in all plumbing disciplines. Apprentices receive over 1,000 hours of technical training annually while working under journeyman supervision. The program includes coursework in pipefitting, blueprint reading, and safety protocols to develop industry-ready professionals.
Continuing Education
We offer advanced training programs for journeyman plumbers seeking skill enhancement and certification upgrades. Our curriculum covers emerging technologies, code updates, and specialized techniques in commercial and industrial plumbing. Partnerships with educational institutions provide pathways to associate's degrees while maintaining active trade credentials.
Questions
What plumbing services does UA Local 690 offer?
We provide commercial and residential plumbing services including back-flow prevention, new construction, renovations, and emergency repairs throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region.
Do you offer plumbing training programs?
Yes, we provide a comprehensive five-year apprenticeship program and continuing education opportunities with associate's degree pathways for plumbing professionals.
Are your plumbers certified professionals?
All our members complete rigorous training through the United Association's programs and maintain current certifications in various plumbing specialties.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania, with contractors available for projects throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region.
How do you ensure service quality?
Our members undergo extensive training, maintain certifications, and follow strict quality standards to ensure first-time-right plumbing solutions for every client.
