Our team can fully service your plumbing needs, no matter the size or scope of the issue. We make our premier plumbing services reliable and affordable for everyone in the community. Our company understands times are tough, that is why we will work with you to find something that fits your needs and budget. We offer plumbing contracting, water heater repair, and sewer jetting. Same day service is available!!
Our team can fully service your plumbing needs, no matter the size or scope of the issue. We make our premier plumbing services reliable and affordable for everyone in the community. Our company understands times are tough, that is why we will work with you to find something that fits your needs and budget. We offer plumbing contracting, water heater repair, and sewer jetting. Same day service is available!!
Whether you need a repair, preventive maintenance, or replacement, we are your plumbing, heating, and air conditioning service provider in the northern Virginia and surrounding areas. We invite you to give us a call!
"Nice, reliable, and responded immediately."
Ethan Q on January 2025
Whether you need a repair, preventive maintenance, or replacement, we are your plumbing, heating, and air conditioning service provider in the northern Virginia and surrounding areas. We invite you to give us a call!
"Nice, reliable, and responded immediately."
Ethan Q on January 2025
We provide comprehensive plumbing solutions tailored to meet your needs. Emergency Plumbing: Rapid response for leaks, clogs, and other urgent issues, ensuring your home or business stays safe and functional. Drain Cleaning: Utilizing advanced techniques and equipment to clear stubborn blockages and restore proper drainage. Fixture Installation: Professional installation of sinks, faucets, toilets, and more enhancing both functionality and aesthetics in your space. Water Heater Services: Installation, repair, and maintenance of traditional and tankless water heaters for consistent hot water. Pipe Repair and Replacement: Addressing leaks, corrosion, and pipe damage with durable solutions to prevent future issues. Sewer Line Services: Comprehensive inspections, repairs, and replacements to ensure your sewer system operates smoothly. Preventative Maintenance: Regular inspections and maintenance plans to keep your plumbing system in top shape and avoid costly repairs. We prioritize your comfort and peace of mind. We’re dedicated to delivering high-quality service with a focus on integrity and reliability.
"Excellent work! Everything completed way beyond my expectations for a very reasonable price."
Paul S on October 2024
We provide comprehensive plumbing solutions tailored to meet your needs. Emergency Plumbing: Rapid response for leaks, clogs, and other urgent issues, ensuring your home or business stays safe and functional. Drain Cleaning: Utilizing advanced techniques and equipment to clear stubborn blockages and restore proper drainage. Fixture Installation: Professional installation of sinks, faucets, toilets, and more enhancing both functionality and aesthetics in your space. Water Heater Services: Installation, repair, and maintenance of traditional and tankless water heaters for consistent hot water. Pipe Repair and Replacement: Addressing leaks, corrosion, and pipe damage with durable solutions to prevent future issues. Sewer Line Services: Comprehensive inspections, repairs, and replacements to ensure your sewer system operates smoothly. Preventative Maintenance: Regular inspections and maintenance plans to keep your plumbing system in top shape and avoid costly repairs. We prioritize your comfort and peace of mind. We’re dedicated to delivering high-quality service with a focus on integrity and reliability.
"Excellent work! Everything completed way beyond my expectations for a very reasonable price."
Paul S on October 2024
Full Service Plumbing and septic repair and replacement.
"Needed sewage pump replaced and line opened up. Called several others (Barr, A+,Fremyer, Comstock, Tri County) . None knew or cared what to do. I was told various things, call someone else or just ghosted. Powells took the bull by the horns. They tracked down the manufacturer of my old school system here in The Woods and with some detective work diagnosed and replaced pump without digging it all up. Two prior companies had said it needed to be dug up. If you have a REAL problem, call a REAL plumber!"
Steve P on December 2022
Full Service Plumbing and septic repair and replacement.
"Needed sewage pump replaced and line opened up. Called several others (Barr, A+,Fremyer, Comstock, Tri County) . None knew or cared what to do. I was told various things, call someone else or just ghosted. Powells took the bull by the horns. They tracked down the manufacturer of my old school system here in The Woods and with some detective work diagnosed and replaced pump without digging it all up. Two prior companies had said it needed to be dug up. If you have a REAL problem, call a REAL plumber!"
Steve P on December 2022
4 EMPLOYEES. LICENSE NUMBER: 3211.
4 EMPLOYEES. LICENSE NUMBER: 3211.
Culligan is the world’s leading water treatment company. For over 75 years, Culligan has led the way in water treatment technology, providing the most advanced products and solutions for the world’s water problems. Your local Culligan Man is your local water expert. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions that will improve the lives of his customers. Simply stated, Culligan believes that better water will make life better for you and your family. Today we offer the most technologically advanced products and services available, combined with the personal service of your local Culligan organization. Our entire line of water softeners, water filtration systems, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems set the standard in the water treatment industry. Additional faxes - (540) 442-9137, (301) 797-7231. Additional phone - (301) 662-6099. Additional DBA - Stoner Enterprises Inc.
"Installation was awful. They wanted to charge me for anything and everything. Then slat delivery was supposed to be regular, but I had to insist on delivery when I ran out. When they did deliver, they left dozens of empty salt bags strewn all over and tore up the vapor barrier in my crawl space so badly that that it has to be replaced. I called to complain. The manager told me to find another service. Culligan wouldn't serve me any more."
Meredith R on March 2019
Culligan is the world’s leading water treatment company. For over 75 years, Culligan has led the way in water treatment technology, providing the most advanced products and solutions for the world’s water problems. Your local Culligan Man is your local water expert. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions that will improve the lives of his customers. Simply stated, Culligan believes that better water will make life better for you and your family. Today we offer the most technologically advanced products and services available, combined with the personal service of your local Culligan organization. Our entire line of water softeners, water filtration systems, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems set the standard in the water treatment industry. Additional faxes - (540) 442-9137, (301) 797-7231. Additional phone - (301) 662-6099. Additional DBA - Stoner Enterprises Inc.
"Installation was awful. They wanted to charge me for anything and everything. Then slat delivery was supposed to be regular, but I had to insist on delivery when I ran out. When they did deliver, they left dozens of empty salt bags strewn all over and tore up the vapor barrier in my crawl space so badly that that it has to be replaced. I called to complain. The manager told me to find another service. Culligan wouldn't serve me any more."
Meredith R on March 2019
ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.
"never contacted me"
Bruce H on April 2019
ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.
"never contacted me"
Bruce H on April 2019
We offer drinking water filtration, water conditioning, water sterilization, and air filtration. Castle Water is a full service authorized RainSoft (an international company) dealer. We have several financing option available.
We offer drinking water filtration, water conditioning, water sterilization, and air filtration. Castle Water is a full service authorized RainSoft (an international company) dealer. We have several financing option available.
Tri-State Plumbing & Heating Inc is a family owned and operated business.We have been serving the tristate area since 1990.We are licensed and certified to do business in portions of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.We are located in Hagerstown, MD. We provide services that range from simple repair work to major installations or replacements.We will strive to give you the utmost professional service.When you want it done right, then Tri-State Plumbing and Heating is the place to call.
"Overall, very well, although it took two tries to finish the job properly. Originally the new pump was installed with a temperature-controlled on/off switch but it turned out that that was not workable for the configuration of my plumbing. Therefore, a programmable timer had to be installed instead. This was very straightforward and did not involve additional plumbing. Instead it was simply a matter of swapping out the temperature module wired to the pump with a timer module."
Rick P on July 2018
Tri-State Plumbing & Heating Inc is a family owned and operated business.We have been serving the tristate area since 1990.We are licensed and certified to do business in portions of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.We are located in Hagerstown, MD. We provide services that range from simple repair work to major installations or replacements.We will strive to give you the utmost professional service.When you want it done right, then Tri-State Plumbing and Heating is the place to call.
"Overall, very well, although it took two tries to finish the job properly. Originally the new pump was installed with a temperature-controlled on/off switch but it turned out that that was not workable for the configuration of my plumbing. Therefore, a programmable timer had to be installed instead. This was very straightforward and did not involve additional plumbing. Instead it was simply a matter of swapping out the temperature module wired to the pump with a timer module."
Rick P on July 2018
Arts Plumbing inc has over 30 years experience in residential service, New and remodeling plumbing
Arts Plumbing inc has over 30 years experience in residential service, New and remodeling plumbing
Water softeners consist of three main components: a mineral tank, a brine tank, and a control valve. In some smaller units, the mineral tank and brine tank are combined into one cabinet.
Professionals install whole-home systems at the point of entry of the main water line. Smaller units are installed under sinks or near a washer—these units only soften the water for that fixture, not the entire home.
Mineral Tank: Hard water passes into the mineral tank through resin beads, and an ion exchange occurs. Magnesium and calcium ions are exchanged for sodium or potassium ions from the brine tank.
Brine Tank: The brine tank contains sodium or potassium to recharge the resin.
Control Valve: The control valve determines when to clean the resin beads.
Choosing between a salt-based or potassium-based water softener depends on your priorities. Salt-based systems effectively remove hard-water minerals, regenerate efficiently, and are cost-effective. However, they may not be ideal for individuals on low-sodium diets. Potassium-based systems neutralize minerals without removing them and regenerate more frequently. They are more expensive but offer a healthier and more environmentally friendly option. If sodium levels are a concern and cost isn't a major factor, a potassium system may be the better choice.
To calculate your water softener's capacity, determine your grains per gallon (GPG) number by:
Multiplying the number of people in your home by 90. The average number of gallons used per person for washing, drinking, and cooking ranges from 80 to 100 gallons per day.
Multiplying that result by the hardness of your water. The average grains per gallon in the United States is 10 but can range from 0 to 17. You can find your GPG number by purchasing an at-home water testing kit.
Installing a water softener takes between two to four hours on average. The exact duration depends on the complexity of the unit and whether additional plumbing or electrical work is required. If modifications to existing pipes are necessary, installation may take longer. Preparing the installation area by clearing any obstructions can help streamline the process.
Water softeners can last up to 25 years with proper maintenance and care. The lifespan depends on the type and quality of the unit you choose. Single-tank electric water softeners may last around 12 years, while higher-quality models tend to last longer. Regular maintenance, such as routine inspections and timely replacement of salts or potassium, helps extend the life of your system. Most water softeners require minimal repairs over their lifespan.