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Avatar for Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
4.9(
410
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ehrhardt Brothers did not disappoint. DJ sympathized with our situation and managed to schedule one of their plumbers who had expert knowledge of our water heater to make a call to our home in between a couple of other service calls that he had to make. When Keith showed up, he was very polite and professional and immediately put protective slippers on over his work boots. He set to work and had our hot water heater repaired in no time. I would totally recommend this company. In fact, I gave their name to my realtor so that she could add them to her agency's list of recommended plumbers."
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+40

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Modern Plumbing Systems, LLC
Modern Plumbing Systems, LLC
4.9(
493
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called several companies to price the installation of a water heater, and chose Modern Plumbing not only because the price quoted was very competitive but because Brian S., the owner, gave me frank and sensible advice on what type of water heater I needed. They picked up the water heater I purchased from Home Depot, installed it with a drain pan, and hauled away the old one. Brian even checked out my sump pump and advised me that the discharge pipe was obstructed and that I needed to take care of that or risk the pump motor burning out. I couldn't have been more pleased with the professional, friendly, and efficient service."
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+15

Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Wallace Plumbing
5.0(
22
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well let me start by saying I called several water heater companies to inquire about an estimate for my hot water heater that was not getting real hot. He was the ONLY repair person to come out that gave me the feeling he was trying to fix my hot water heater and not trying to sale me a new hot water. I never had a hot water heater water heater issue before therefore i was not familar with pontential problems. Everbody tried to get me to buy something called elements without actually trying to fix my heater. Wallace plumbing was able to identify some pressure thing or something with the thermostat that he fixed and saved me pontially thousands of dollars that other companies tried to sales pitch me. I then called Wallace plumbing because my toliet kept running and Wallace came out and fixed my toliet in minutes and his prices are very affordable. I will be using Wallace plumbing for any future needs and I recommend them!"
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+14

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.9(
85
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marin the tech was great he was friendly and took his time to explain what happen with my water heater and how I could prevent the problem from happening again. I would differently ask for him again to service my water heater. Thank you Marin!!!"
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+1

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Supreme Service Today
5.0(
2
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were up front with what is wrong. Provided explanation of the quote. Asked permission to get access to places. They explain the reasoning for the cost and the risks if ignored. Pricing was fair. Went above an beyond to solve the water heater issue we had. Even calling in an electrician to help with a fix. They were on-time to early on their scheduled appointments. Excellent customer service."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HPC Services
5.0(
15
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding! Had multiple issues with an aged HVAC system. We didn't have cooling or heating. HPC Services responded promptly, diagnosed the problems and expertly repaired the issues while explaining exactly what happened and how to maintain the system moving forward. Great coordination and teamwork from their entire team. We would not hesitate to use this company again!"
installing a boiler refractory blanket, and cleaning inside of boiler
installed straight ac unit
rooftop package units
replacing a heat exchanger on an rtu
past work

+12

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.4(
597
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1935

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded quickly to my call for an emergency drain cleaning. The backup occurred at 7pm and a crew was on site by 10pm. A "supervisor" came by about 10:30 to discuss full service options, i.e., providing cleanup (mitigation) and restoration (through a subcontractor). This sounded great at the time, but turned into a nightmare. The sewer line cleaning was not covered by homeowners insurance, and was very expensive in my opinion ($600). Their video inspection of the line after cleaning showed root intrusion, and they gave two quotes, one to repair, one to replace the whole line. Both were excessive (yearly maintenance annually, even at $600 a pop, for 10-yrs would be cheaper). The mitigation was completed in 4 days, including carpet and drywall removal, cleaning and disinfecting, and drying with 16+ portable fan units. The subcontractor they use for restoration, Three Rivers Builders, and their associated subcontractors, were a nightmare. It took 5 months for them to come to an agreement with my insurance company, Allstate (who themselves were not blameless in the delays). The quality of the work was generally poor, and took months longer than the original estimate of 4-weeks. Finally, work crews used materials from my garage that they did not supply, and subcontractors would damage existing conditions and/or work done by the prior contractors, and it would never be repaired. I finally kicked them out of my house and completed the "punch out" myself. I would definitely NOT recommend Roto-Rooter, particularly their restoration services performed by Three Rivers Builders."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Columbia, MD

Warning signs include fluctuating water temperatures, a pilot light that repeatedly goes out, unusual noises from the tank, or complete heating failure. You might also detect a rotten egg smell, indicating a potential gas leak, or notice water that never reaches the proper temperature. If your water heater is over eight years old and displaying these symptoms, the gas valve is a likely culprit. Professional inspection is recommended, especially if gas odors are present.

Water heater gas valves are not universally interchangeable. Each valve must match your specific water heater's make, model, and specifications. Important compatibility factors include gas type (natural gas vs. propane), BTU rating, connection types, and physical dimensions. Using an incorrect valve can result in poor performance, premature failure, or dangerous gas leaks. Always consult your water heater's documentation or a professional plumber to identify the appropriate replacement valve for your unit.

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