We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Robert was excellent, came out right away, gave a fair estimate, and also took the time to explain the work that needed to be done. Unfortunately, we ended up needing a new stove, however, Robert was kind enough and generous with his time to give recommendations for a replacement stove. I can’t recommend Parker & Sons any more than I do! You won’t be disappointed!"
Joel M on June 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Robert was excellent, came out right away, gave a fair estimate, and also took the time to explain the work that needed to be done. Unfortunately, we ended up needing a new stove, however, Robert was kind enough and generous with his time to give recommendations for a replacement stove. I can’t recommend Parker & Sons any more than I do! You won’t be disappointed!"
Joel M on June 2025
With over 20 years of experience the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from electronic appliance repair and replacements to installations. We will handle every project with detail and professionalism. Give Houston Appliances a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"He came over to install. Puttered around four 6 hours. However, he was unable to install. As a result of his limited ability on this day, he frayed the connector to the water pump. It appears he tried to fix this by gluing it back together(see photos). This is a brand new dishwasher and the connector from the dishwasher, that allows the tubes to connect to the water pump were frayed. Was not complete. We need the them to either pay to replace the part and have installed at another provider install or replace the dishwasher because they broke it."
Peter Z on January 2025
With over 20 years of experience the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from electronic appliance repair and replacements to installations. We will handle every project with detail and professionalism. Give Houston Appliances a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"He came over to install. Puttered around four 6 hours. However, he was unable to install. As a result of his limited ability on this day, he frayed the connector to the water pump. It appears he tried to fix this by gluing it back together(see photos). This is a brand new dishwasher and the connector from the dishwasher, that allows the tubes to connect to the water pump were frayed. Was not complete. We need the them to either pay to replace the part and have installed at another provider install or replace the dishwasher because they broke it."
Peter Z on January 2025
United Appliance Repair is committed to excellence in every aspect of business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I had a pleasant experience with Mr. Pratt. I was a great worker and was very knowledgeable about the job repair!"
Jazmin H on October 2024
United Appliance Repair is committed to excellence in every aspect of business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I had a pleasant experience with Mr. Pratt. I was a great worker and was very knowledgeable about the job repair!"
Jazmin H on October 2024
We take pride in our company's reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Great job and very thorough in fixing and addressing the issues with my garbage disposal and dishwasher. I also appreciate the advice/recommendations as well. Highly recommend McGhee to anyone needing service! You will not regret it!"
Ken W on May 2025
We take pride in our company's reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Great job and very thorough in fixing and addressing the issues with my garbage disposal and dishwasher. I also appreciate the advice/recommendations as well. Highly recommend McGhee to anyone needing service! You will not regret it!"
Ken W on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great experience, cares about his craft and ensures the work was completed on time and to my satisfaction! Not only drywall but he also frames the walls, installed the floors and even minor electrical work. Before and after below for basement apartment."
Jessica A on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Great experience, cares about his craft and ensures the work was completed on time and to my satisfaction! Not only drywall but he also frames the walls, installed the floors and even minor electrical work. Before and after below for basement apartment."
Jessica A on June 2025
Highly skilled and reliable appliance technician with nearly a decade of experience providing exceptional local service in the Elkridge, Maryland area. Proven ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of household appliances efficiently and effectively. Dedicated to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
"Great service"
Jimmy J on May 2025
Highly skilled and reliable appliance technician with nearly a decade of experience providing exceptional local service in the Elkridge, Maryland area. Proven ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of household appliances efficiently and effectively. Dedicated to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
"Great service"
Jimmy J on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Me gustó el trabajo y que satisfecha con el resultado "
Contreras D on June 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Me gustó el trabajo y que satisfecha con el resultado "
Contreras D on June 2025
Simply Service LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Technician was timely and professional. He took the time to explain what the problem was and worked diligently to get my refrigerator back up and running. Highly recommend."
Carolyn T on January 2025
Simply Service LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Technician was timely and professional. He took the time to explain what the problem was and worked diligently to get my refrigerator back up and running. Highly recommend."
Carolyn T on January 2025
Increase the value of your home with a new kitchen, or even just a new look. We have been beautifying kitchens for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship, professional business practices and our dedication to our clients’ satisfaction. We welcome input while offering our guidance to insure a cost effective and successful project. Call us to discuss your next kitchen design today! http://www.chesakitdes.com We only do complete kitchens.
"I don't think it gets any better than this. The job was in a condo with a lot of rules that Chesapeake Kitchens scrupulously followed. The workmanship was excellent, and the quality of the materials used was very high. I was a first-time remodeler, and I needed lots of guidance about what would work and what wouldn't. The only mistake they made was in occasionally assuming I knew something I didn't know, but the results were always beautiful, and within budget."
Sylvia R on December 2020
Increase the value of your home with a new kitchen, or even just a new look. We have been beautifying kitchens for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship, professional business practices and our dedication to our clients’ satisfaction. We welcome input while offering our guidance to insure a cost effective and successful project. Call us to discuss your next kitchen design today! http://www.chesakitdes.com We only do complete kitchens.
"I don't think it gets any better than this. The job was in a condo with a lot of rules that Chesapeake Kitchens scrupulously followed. The workmanship was excellent, and the quality of the materials used was very high. I was a first-time remodeler, and I needed lots of guidance about what would work and what wouldn't. The only mistake they made was in occasionally assuming I knew something I didn't know, but the results were always beautiful, and within budget."
Sylvia R on December 2020
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.
"Jerry was friendly, efficient, straight-talking, and didn't try to upsell us. We didn't need (or want) a lot of design input and had a strong sense for the types of tile and fixtures we wanted. Many of the other contractors who came to give quotes pushed design services or strongly encouraged us to purchase low-quality tile/fixtures through their suppliers, but this wasn't the case with S & J. Elias was fantastic--he helped confirm our tiles and fixtures were appropriate before we finalized our purchases, and we appreciated his attention to detail throughout the process."
Katie M on June 2025
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.
"Jerry was friendly, efficient, straight-talking, and didn't try to upsell us. We didn't need (or want) a lot of design input and had a strong sense for the types of tile and fixtures we wanted. Many of the other contractors who came to give quotes pushed design services or strongly encouraged us to purchase low-quality tile/fixtures through their suppliers, but this wasn't the case with S & J. Elias was fantastic--he helped confirm our tiles and fixtures were appropriate before we finalized our purchases, and we appreciated his attention to detail throughout the process."
Katie M on June 2025
Most glass stove tops serve faithfully for 10 to 20 years with proper maintenance. Longevity depends largely on usage patterns, cleaning practices, and the quality of the original materials. Regular, gentle cleaning and avoiding heavy impacts can extend your stove top's life considerably. Watch for warning signs like inconsistent heating or visible stress marks that might indicate replacement is becoming necessary.
In many cases, you can replace only the glass surface without changing the entire stove. This approach works well when the underlying heating elements and electrical components remain functional. However, some manufacturers design their units with integrated components that require complete assembly replacement. Consulting your owner's manual or speaking with a qualified technician helps determine the best approach for your specific model.
Even small cracks in a glass stove top present significant safety concerns. What appears as minor damage can quickly worsen with heat exposure, potentially leading to complete failure during cooking. Cracks also create pathways for spills to reach electrical components, posing shock and fire hazards. For your safety, avoid using a cracked stove top and arrange for inspection or replacement promptly.
A professional technician completes a glass stove top replacement within approximately two hours. This timeframe includes removing the damaged surface, installing the new glass, and testing all connections. The project may extend longer if complications arise or if your stove has unusual features. When ordering replacement parts, factor in additional days for delivery before scheduling installation.
Glass stove tops most commonly break from physical impacts like dropping heavy cookware or utensils. Thermal shock—the stress caused by rapid temperature changes—also contributes to breakage, especially when hot surfaces come into contact with cold items. Prevent damage by handling cookware carefully, allowing surfaces to cool before cleaning, and using appropriate pots and pans designed for glass cooking surfaces.