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Avatar for Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
4.9(
410
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Serving Ellicott City, 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
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Modern Plumbing Systems, LLC
4.9(
493
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Modern Plumbing Systems, Brian Spurlin, 443 623 0709. He repaired my water heater and was prompt, courteous, and honest. He took the time to troubleshoot by text before he came to my house. He then identified and repaired a small problem that saved me from having to replace my water heater. He took the time to answer all my questions by text and at the house. All the positive reviews for Brian are well deserved."
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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 Ellicott City, 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
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TriState Home Services
4.7(
181
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found TriState Home Services on Angies list and contacted them. Since it wasn't an emergency I scheduled them to come out the following day. The Plumber (Chris) did a great job assessing the problem with the leaky faucet and indicated that given the age of the faucet (41 years), he could attempt to repair it but wouldn't guaranty how it would last and recommended that I replace it. I agreed with his advice especially considering the price comparison of repair vs. replace - the price was reasonable. The quality of the work top notch, on time, and as promised. I would recommend TriState Home Services and will use them in the future."
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+2

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.9(
64
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My Remedy Plumber arrived on time and didn’t really charge me for his service because he stated what he needed to do may not fix my problem because I needed a new faucet which he did not have. Water was running from both the tub’s faucet and the shower head. After pulling off the faucet and making a minor adjustment to a washer within the faucet the problem was "temporary" fixed, the washer was damaged. He stated that a new faucet was needed and that I could call back to have that installed. I thanked him, gave him a small thank you gift, and he was on his way. I was thankful that this plumber had "integrity" and did not try to overcharge me for work that did not fix my problem. I would surly hire this company again!!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
4.9(
85
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a water heater replacement due to a leak in our existing unit. The company came out promptly after our phone call, provided an estimate, and came back first thing the next morning with a new water heater to install. The owner and staff were patient in answering any questions that we had and did an amazing job cleaning up after they were finished with installation. They went above and beyond to ensure that we were very satisfied with their service. They never made us feel as if they were rushing to complete the job. We would highly recommend them!"
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+1

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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National Water Servicing, Corp.
4.6(
119
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"National Water Service installed a whole house carbon filtration system, water softener, and sediment filter right after our home was built. The water is fantastic (taste, smell, feel), and they have provided excellent service for maintenance over the past 20 years."
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+12

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
235
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Both Justin and Charlie came out and were very thorough in explaining the process. I was very pleased and well informed in what was happening when replacing my main water service line. The crew that came out were in time and did a great job in communicating and avoiding disruption to the property. I reached out to my community on recommending a good plumbing company; after a total of about 25 responses, 22 of them suggested Heil Plumbing! Thank you to the family and crew of this company and I will make sure the appreciation is communicated through our social networks."
Response time9 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Ellicott City, 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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