James W Smith Jr Little Compton RI
Business Overview
James W Smith Jr Little Compton RI provides practical plumbing services for the coastal communities around Little Compton. The company handles routine inspections, repairs, and emergency calls. It operates with a small team of licensed plumbers and on-call technicians. Work is focused on residential jobs and smaller commercial properties such as inns and marine facilities.
Key Services
Services are organized to make scheduling simple and work predictable.
- Plumbing inspection: home and pre-sale inspections, safety checks, and documentation.
- Leak detection and repair: pipes, fixtures, and hidden leaks in older houses.
- Winterization and freeze protection: seasonal shutoffs, insulating pipes, and thawing frozen lines.
- Fixture repairs and replacements: toilets, sinks, showers, and pumps for waterfront properties.
- Emergency service: on-call response for urgent leaks and burst pipes.
Areas Served
James W Smith Jr serves the South Coast and nearby islands. Regular service area includes:
- Portsmouth, RI
- Little Compton, RI
- Fall River, MA
- Dartmouth, MA
- Westport, MA
- Freetown, MA
- Ocean Grove, MA
- Chilmark, MA
Company History
The business began as a one-person service focused on local homes and cottages. Over time it added a few experienced plumbers to handle seasonal demand on the island and the coastline. The company grew by taking steady, local work and by building relationships with real estate agents, property managers, and longtime residents. Many customers come back year after year for inspections and seasonal prep.
Leadership
Owned and run by James W Smith Jr, the company benefits from deep local knowledge. He has worked in area plumbing and building maintenance for more than 20 years. That hands-on background helps when dealing with older Cape Cod–style cottages and waterfront systems. James meets with customers, reviews reports, and stays involved in daily operations.
Specialties & Highlights
- Focused plumbing inspections for coastal and older homes.
- Fast on-call response for freeze and burst-pipe situations.
- Experience with seasonal properties and winter shutoffs.
- Licensed plumbers and clear, written estimates.
Why Locals Choose James W Smith Jr
People pick James W Smith Jr Little Compton RI for steady, straightforward service and for knowledge of local building types and weather patterns. The team is familiar with salt-air corrosion, seasonal occupancy, and the plumbing quirks of historic houses. Appointments are kept, estimates are written, and emergency calls are handled with practical fixes.
For homeowners and small businesses along the South Coast, this is a neighborhood plumber who knows the area and responds like a neighbor.
Contact Information
James W Smith Jr
: 52 Long Hwy, Little Compton, RI 2837
Business Services
- Plumbing inspection
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | Open 24 hours |
| Tue: | Open 24 hours |
| Wed: | Open 24 hours |
| Thu: | Open 24 hours |
| Fri: | Open 24 hours |
| Sat: | Open 24 hours |
| Sun: | Open 24 hours |














