In the heart of Colts Neck, New Jersey, Dylan D’Amato, co-owner of NextGen Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling, is changing the game with residential radiant system installation using Viega Climate Panels and Rapid Grid. With over a decade of industry experience, including being a licensed Master Plumber, D’Amato’s journey is one of dedication, innovation, and a passion for doing jobs well. Alongside his business partner Paul Mailler, D’Amato has built NextGen into a trusted name for quality and service.
D’Amato’s philosophy is simple: “I’m a people person, I serve the people.” From humble beginnings, working 80-hour weeks with Mailler to launch the company in January 2021, their commitment to excellence has been unwavering. “I’m proud to say we are both owner/operators of NextGen,” D’Amato shares. “I never wanted to build something that could only benefit me. We’ve created a place where employees want to come to work, feel empowered, and be creative.” D’Amato and Mailler are committed to providing continuing education opportunities for their team, ensuring that knowledge goes farther than just “good enough,” but rather cultivating a true understanding of the why behind the what. They additionally support and empower their employees by genuinely caring about their future, providing benefits, health insurance, 401K, and retirement plans.
NextGen’s dedication to craftsmanship is evident in every detail. “I’m a man of quality,” D’Amato says. “I always want to take a step back and take a picture of my work, no matter the size of the project.” This commitment extends to client service, with D’Amato personally showing up at any hour to meet customer needs. Such dedication requires an equally effective product, which is why Viega is NextGen’s preferred brand.
D’Amato first encountered Viega products during his early days in the field. “It was just a fitting we threw in our trucks,” he recalls. It wasn’t until he started his own business that he fully understood the potential. Now, with four service vans loaded with Viega inventory, NextGen relies on the brand daily, “They’re on my shelf because they just don’t fail. Viega dominates the industry with a superior product.”
A standout project for NextGen involves a 15,000 sq. ft. custom home in Coltsneck, New Jersey featuring a comprehensive radiant system, powered by Viega. The installation included 5,500 sq. ft. of Rapid Grid under the basement slab and 9,500 sq. ft. of Climate Panels upstairs. D’Amato shares, “Two guys, two days, over 8,000 feet installed. It was well worth the investment.” Viega’s systems provided a streamlined, efficient radiant solution while a massive boiler room was set up with custom manifolds. “The boiler room is really changing the game,” D’Amato says. “It’s clean, articulate, and uses techniques that have been around for a long time but are now perfected.”
D’Amato emphasizes the labor and cost-saving benefits of Viega products, highlighting their durability and reliability. “With proper pipe prep, Viega has the best product on the market. It always upholds the standards of the application we’re using it in.”
For Dylan D’Amato, the future is about more than just plumbing. It’s about fostering an environment where his employees can thrive and his clients receive five-star service. Whether it’s through innovative training methods, an engaging work environment, or reliable product partners like Viega, he is focused on building a legacy that extends beyond himself. Looking ahead, D’Amato shares, "I'm just a guy over here getting started."
