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Pohlman Plumbing Inc

4.63(
38
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Pohlman Plumbing Inc

4.63(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Pohlman Plumbing is a local, family-owned and -operated full-service plumbing and HVAC company serving the Baltimore metro area. Founded in 2008, our professional and friendly customer service plus our top-notch skills have made us one of the most trusted local plumbers in Baltimore. When you choose to work with Pohlman Plumbing, you can have peace of mind knowing we always stand by the Pohlman Promise: fast service, at a fair price, and done right the first time.

"The gentleman that work this business go above and beyond to make the best suggestions for they work required. This is the second time I have hired them. My sub pump went after and more rain was coming they came out with 2 hours to fix the problem. Extremely professional man. I will be er use any other plumbing business other than Pohlman. I highly recommend if you have a plumping issue."

Georgette T on January 2024

Pohlman Plumbing is a local, family-owned and -operated full-service plumbing and HVAC company serving the Baltimore metro area. Founded in 2008, our professional and friendly customer service plus our top-notch skills have made us one of the most trusted local plumbers in Baltimore. When you choose to work with Pohlman Plumbing, you can have peace of mind knowing we always stand by the Pohlman Promise: fast service, at a fair price, and done right the first time.

"The gentleman that work this business go above and beyond to make the best suggestions for they work required. This is the second time I have hired them. My sub pump went after and more rain was coming they came out with 2 hours to fix the problem. Extremely professional man. I will be er use any other plumbing business other than Pohlman. I highly recommend if you have a plumping issue."

Georgette T on January 2024


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Steve's Monster Plumbing and Drain Cleaning

5.00(
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Steve's Monster Plumbing and Drain Cleaning

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Supper job, this was a difficult job. I did not know what was wrong with the toilet clog, it flooded out two floors over 7000.00. I first called Roto Rooter the fix it for two days. We were referred to Monster Plumbing and he came fixed it and told me if I had any more problems to call him again. Two later again toilet clogged. He came out with a scope and found some type of wiring that the builders dropped in during our rebuild after a fire. Pulled it out and what a relief super job!!! He was very assertive that he would find the problem. GREAT JOB!!!"

Mac M on June 2025

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Supper job, this was a difficult job. I did not know what was wrong with the toilet clog, it flooded out two floors over 7000.00. I first called Roto Rooter the fix it for two days. We were referred to Monster Plumbing and he came fixed it and told me if I had any more problems to call him again. Two later again toilet clogged. He came out with a scope and found some type of wiring that the builders dropped in during our rebuild after a fire. Pulled it out and what a relief super job!!! He was very assertive that he would find the problem. GREAT JOB!!!"

Mac M on June 2025


J-Squad Services

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J-Squad Services

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23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

J- Squad Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

J- Squad Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!


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Prime Plumbing, LLC

4.88(
21
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Prime Plumbing, LLC

4.88(
21
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Customers say: Quick response
158 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

Prime Plumbing is proud to be a family owned, locally operated business that has been working in the community since 2012! With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your plumbing needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. Our customers can count on our techs being timely, tidy and when the job is done that you will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. When you need a plumber, think Prime Plumbing and let us show you why our customers become customers for life.

"Abraham was awesome. He was very professional walking me and my Dad through the issues and everything that needed to be done to solve them. We have some other plumbing that needs to be done in the future and will be asking for him to come back. Highly recommended. "

Tony P on October 2025

Prime Plumbing is proud to be a family owned, locally operated business that has been working in the community since 2012! With years of experience and unmatched expertise we can help with any and all of your plumbing needs. Since opening our doors we have built our business on providing our customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair price. Our customers can count on our techs being timely, tidy and when the job is done that you will be 100% satisfied with the work completed. When you need a plumber, think Prime Plumbing and let us show you why our customers become customers for life.

"Abraham was awesome. He was very professional walking me and my Dad through the issues and everything that needed to be done to solve them. We have some other plumbing that needs to be done in the future and will be asking for him to come back. Highly recommended. "

Tony P on October 2025


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Atlantic Blue Water Services

4.80(
109
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Atlantic Blue Water Services

4.80(
109
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
130 local quotes requested

Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks - Drinking Systems - Reverse Osmosis - Residential & Commercial

"These guys - wow. Even though my address was outside their range for same-day service, they came out anyway (and quickly). They quickly diagnosed the issue and offered solutions & recommendations. Very prompt, very professional, will absolutely be using them going forward. A"

Don P on September 2024

Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks - Drinking Systems - Reverse Osmosis - Residential & Commercial

"These guys - wow. Even though my address was outside their range for same-day service, they came out anyway (and quickly). They quickly diagnosed the issue and offered solutions & recommendations. Very prompt, very professional, will absolutely be using them going forward. A"

Don P on September 2024


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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.24(
640
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.24(
640
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
343 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They wanted $542 just to install a basic kitchen faucet! Ridiculous!"

Stephen T on November 2024

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They wanted $542 just to install a basic kitchen faucet! Ridiculous!"

Stephen T on November 2024


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Mr. Rooter of Maryland

4.47(
912
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Approved Pro

Mr. Rooter of Maryland

4.47(
912
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1090 local quotes requested
57 years of experience

Dealing with a busted toilet? Can't seem to unclog that drain? It's time to call on your local Mr. Rooter® Plumbing. Since 1968 our full service residential and commercial plumbers have been available around-the-clock to tackle your plumbing service needs! We never charge extra, always stand behind our work, and provide upfront pricing so you know exactly what you are paying for ahead of time. You can count on our plumbers to deliver fast, affordable, and reliable plumbing services throughout the state of Maryland. Call us today, we look forward to serving you for years to come!

"Went above and beyond with this request executing as a last minute request on top of doing a great job with installing my hybrid water heater. Rich is amazing!"

Kamahl R on November 2025

Dealing with a busted toilet? Can't seem to unclog that drain? It's time to call on your local Mr. Rooter® Plumbing. Since 1968 our full service residential and commercial plumbers have been available around-the-clock to tackle your plumbing service needs! We never charge extra, always stand behind our work, and provide upfront pricing so you know exactly what you are paying for ahead of time. You can count on our plumbers to deliver fast, affordable, and reliable plumbing services throughout the state of Maryland. Call us today, we look forward to serving you for years to come!

"Went above and beyond with this request executing as a last minute request on top of doing a great job with installing my hybrid water heater. Rich is amazing!"

Kamahl R on November 2025


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Atlantic Blue Water Services

4.88(
4
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Approved Pro

Atlantic Blue Water Services

4.88(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
175 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Averaging a 4.8-star rating across all review platforms, client satisfaction is our #1 priority! Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks

"Very punctual and upfront - came and left was very pleased"

Sean G on November 2024

Averaging a 4.8-star rating across all review platforms, client satisfaction is our #1 priority! Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks

"Very punctual and upfront - came and left was very pleased"

Sean G on November 2024


"Called this Co. late at night expecting to leave a message only to speak with the owner, Bob. He said someone would be out the next day and lo and behold. I had a message left at 9 AM. I called back. He was at my home within a half hour. Ryan came out directly and noticed it. The Fossett did not need replaced. It was a simple fix of Tightening a nut :-) Iâ m sure any other company would have replaced that part and charge me an arm and Leg. I was very happy that I did not get taken advantage of like most women do. Ryan was very kind and professional, and he had a good bit of knowledge behind his belt. Thanks again, Atkinson, plumbing for A job well done!"

Paula Rene’ C on June 2024

Atkisson Plumbing and Heating Company offers quality plumbing services at a price you can afford. We have served the Baltimore area for over 17 years. Call today!

"Called this Co. late at night expecting to leave a message only to speak with the owner, Bob. He said someone would be out the next day and lo and behold. I had a message left at 9 AM. I called back. He was at my home within a half hour. Ryan came out directly and noticed it. The Fossett did not need replaced. It was a simple fix of Tightening a nut :-) Iâ m sure any other company would have replaced that part and charge me an arm and Leg. I was very happy that I did not get taken advantage of like most women do. Ryan was very kind and professional, and he had a good bit of knowledge behind his belt. Thanks again, Atkinson, plumbing for A job well done!"

Paula Rene’ C on June 2024


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PipeDreams Plumbing

5.00(
16
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PipeDreams Plumbing

5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

PipeDreams Plumbing is your Local, Licensed, and Insured Plumbing company. My name is Ryan, I have been in the Plumbing buisness for 20+ years. I offer fast, effective, and fair priced Plumbing solutions for all of your Plumbing needs. From Gas, Electric, Hybrid, and tankless water heaters I have the experience and confidence that we can fix, warranty, or replace your units issue without issue!

"Ryan is a phenomenal professional. Always great with communication and does great work. Highly recommend Ryan for any and all plumbing needs! "

Andrew S on November 2025

PipeDreams Plumbing is your Local, Licensed, and Insured Plumbing company. My name is Ryan, I have been in the Plumbing buisness for 20+ years. I offer fast, effective, and fair priced Plumbing solutions for all of your Plumbing needs. From Gas, Electric, Hybrid, and tankless water heaters I have the experience and confidence that we can fix, warranty, or replace your units issue without issue!

"Ryan is a phenomenal professional. Always great with communication and does great work. Highly recommend Ryan for any and all plumbing needs! "

Andrew S on November 2025

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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Essex, 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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