Serving Ocean & Monmouth County, NJ · Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Emergency response within hours NJ Master Plumber Lic. #36BIO1263600 · (732) 691-9127
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★ 5.0 on Google · 125 reviews · 24 years in the trade

Water or fire — if it runs through your house, we handle it.

Optimum Plumbing & Heating is a licensed NJ Master Plumber serving Ocean & Monmouth County. One owner, one standard: fixed right the first time.

  • Upfront pricing agreed before work starts
  • Emergency response within hours
  • Veteran, Active Military & First Responder discounts

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Licensed Master PlumberNJ Lic. #36BIO1263600
5.0 on Google125 verified reviews
24 Years in the TradeExperience you can trust
Fully InsuredHome & business protected
Locally OwnedBased in Jackson, NJ

Plumbing

Everything on the water side of the wall.

  • Water heaters & tankless
  • Drain & sewer cleaning
  • Leak detection & repair
  • Bathroom & kitchen remodels
  • Sump pumps & filtration
  • Faucets, toilets & disposals
Plumbing services

Heating & Gas

Warm all winter, safe all year.

  • Boilers & combi boilers
  • Gas furnaces
  • Hydronic heating
  • Gas lines & fireplaces
  • Heat pump consultations
  • Smart thermostats
Heating services

Burst pipe? No heat? No hot water?

We respond to emergencies within hours to minimize damage.

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Straight deals

No coupon games — just fair terms

Always free

Free, no-obligation quotes

Upfront, transparent pricing with Good, Better & Best options for your budget. The price we agree on is the price you pay.

Thank you for serving

Veteran & First Responder discounts

Special discounts for Veterans, Active Military and First Responders — just mention it when you call.

On the spot

Sewer scope video — yours to keep

Camera inspection customers get a copy of their sewer scope video handed over on the spot. See exactly what we see.

Word of mouth

See what your neighbors are saying

★★★★★

“James was prompt and thorough and gave us a copy of our sewer scope inspection video on the spot. I would recommend Optimum Plumbing & Heating to anyone and everyone!”

Brian Knox · Google review
★★★★★

“Optimum P&H responded to my post on FB same day and was able to stop by and provide assessment and price on tankless water heater swap, install was done 2 days later. Excellent response time, very professional and friendly.”

Jason Pinca · Google review
★★★★★

“Price was fair, always answered the phone and showed up on time and work was great. This was multiple times as I was redoing a bathroom. I would highly recommend James.”

Chris Nieroda · Google review
5.0 ★ from 125 Google reviews

Recent work

Jobs from around the county

Real photos from real jobs — no stock imagery.

Navy double vanity with quartz top installed in a full bathroom remodel Marble-look tile shower with ceiling-mounted rain head and bench Freestanding soaking tub with floor-mounted matte black filler Walk-in shower with blue diamond accent tile and rain head

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How it works

No mystery, no runaround

  1. Reach out

    Call, text, or send the form. You'll talk to James, not a call center.

  2. Straight options

    Good, Better, and Best choices based on your budget — price agreed before work starts.

  3. Done right

    Clean workmanship, problem area left nicer than we found it.

  4. We follow up

    Still here after the job — ongoing support whenever you need it.

James Mathus of Optimum Plumbing & Heating with his family in front of the company van Tankless water heater installed with clean copper piping

Meet your plumber

One name on the van. One standard of work.

James C. Mathus started Optimum Plumbing & Heating after 24 years in the industry because he saw a need for a plumbing service that treats customers like family. Straightforward advice, honest pricing, and work that lasts.

NJ Master Plumber License #36BIO1263600 · Fully licensed & insured

When you call, you talk to James. When the van pulls up, it's James.

— and yes, he's dog friendly.

More about us

Service area

Ocean & Monmouth County

Locally owned and operated — based in Jackson, serving communities across both counties.

JacksonToms RiverBrickPoint PleasantBrielleManchesterWallForked RiverHowellLavalletteLacey
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Questions

Things people ask before they call

Don't see yours? Call or text — James answers his phone.

Do you handle emergencies?
Yes. When plumbing problems occur you need fast service — we respond to emergencies within hours to minimize damage.
Do you offer free quotes?
Absolutely. Upfront, transparent pricing — contact us for a free, no-obligation quote.
Tankless or traditional water heater?
A tankless unit heats water on demand, takes up less space, and cuts the energy wasted keeping a full tank hot. It costs more to install, but the space and energy savings usually make it the better long-term buy. We'll walk you through both with real numbers for your home.
Will a heat pump keep my home warm in a NJ winter?
Yes — modern cold-climate heat pumps are designed to keep your home warm even on the coldest days, without needing a backup boiler or furnace. Book a consultation to see if transitioning makes sense for you.
How often should my water heater be serviced?
Annually. A routine inspection catches small issues before they become a cold-shower morning and a bigger bill.

Got a leak, a cold shower, or a remodel in mind?

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