When you’re looking for a full-service HVAC company in New Haven, CT that really does do it all, you need the expertise at F.F. Hitchcock Plumbing, Heating & Cooling. We can help with all of your heating and cooling needs and we’re also here if you need a plumber. We’ve been serving our local community since 1870. That’s some track record for success! We’re also a BBB-accredited business with an A+ rating, an accreditation we work hard to maintain.

So, whether your AC has given up the ghost, or your need some help with a toilet or drain problem, our team is standing by ready to help. We’re a leading plumbing, heating, and AC company and we’ll get to you fast. We also offer 24/7 emergency services which is good to know when you need urgent assistance. Call our office crew now and discover great service and quality workmanship for yourself.

Plumbing & HVAC Services in New Haven: What to Expect

If you’re calling because something doesn’t feel right in your home, you’re not alone. This page covers a lot of ground because our team handles both HVAC and plumbing in New Haven, CT, which means you can get help for heating, AC, and plumbing issues without juggling multiple companies. Whether you’ve noticed leaks, odd noises, reduced comfort, or a plumbing problem that’s getting worse, the next step is simple: reach out and we’ll help you move forward.

How a Service Visit Works

When you contact us, we’ll start by learning what you’re experiencing and what equipment you have. From there, we focus on identifying the cause of the issue and recommending the most practical path to restore comfort and reliability.

  • Tell us what’s happening (no heat, AC issues, drain problems, leaks, and more)
  • Schedule a visit that fits your timeline
  • Get a clear explanation of what we find and what it will take to fix it
  • Choose the option that makes the most sense for your home

If you’re ready to book, you can use our schedule service page to get started.

Common Reasons Homeowners Call Us

Here are a few of the issues mentioned on this page that we can help resolve, along with examples of what to watch for.

  • Heating problems: your system is showing signs of trouble, struggling to keep up, or needs repair, installation, or maintenance support
  • Cooling problems: your AC is leaking, making a strange sound, or not performing the way it should
  • Plumbing problems: a toilet or drain issue, blocked sinks, leaking pipes, or water heater concerns
  • Updates and improvements: new kitchen sinks, gas piping needs, and water heater repairs or installation

    • What New Haven Homes Need From an HVAC and Plumbing Team

    New Haven’s housing stock skews older than most of Connecticut, with large numbers of pre-1940 Victorians, colonials, and multi-family homes across East Rock, Westville, Wooster Square, and Prospect Hill. Those homes bring particular challenges: original steam and hot water radiator systems, oil-fired boilers that owners are now looking to convert, undersized electrical service that complicates heat pump installs, and galvanized or cast iron supply lines well past their service life. Our team works on these systems regularly and can tell you honestly whether a repair, a retrofit, or a full replacement makes more sense for your home.

    Newer construction and renovated properties in Morris Cove, the East Shore, and along the Amity corridor tend to need different work — ductwork balancing, mini-split zoning for finished attics and additions, and water heater upgrades. Whichever category your home falls into, we handle both the HVAC and the plumbing side, so you are not coordinating two contractors on one project.

    Coastal Weather and Older Pipes

    Proximity to New Haven Harbor and Long Island Sound means humid summers that put real load on cooling equipment and drive indoor humidity problems in basements and lower levels. Winters bring repeated freeze-thaw cycles that stress aging supply lines, especially in homes with plumbing running through unconditioned crawl spaces or exterior walls. Both patterns show up in the calls we take from New Haven homeowners, and both are worth addressing before they become emergencies.

Emergency Help When You Need It

Some problems shouldn’t wait. If you need urgent assistance, we offer 24/7 emergency services. Visit 24-hour emergency services to see how to reach us when it’s time-sensitive.

Explore Service Options

If you’re still comparing your options, these service hubs can help you dig in based on your needs: heating, cooling, and plumbing.

Serving New Haven From Nearby Cheshire

Our shop sits at 264 Sandbank Road in Cheshire, a short drive up CT-10 from New Haven. That proximity is why we can offer genuine 24/7 emergency response to New Haven addresses rather than routing calls to a distant dispatch center. We serve neighborhoods across the city, including Downtown, East Rock, Westville, Fair Haven, Beaver Hills, Edgewood, and the East Shore, along with the surrounding towns of Hamden, North Haven, West Haven, and Woodbridge.