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Fred and Son Plumbing
5.0(
62
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Fred is simply the best! Not only is he a superb plumber, but he is a wonderful person. He genuinely cares about his customers and wants to provide the best service possible at a fair price. We feel very fortunate to have Fred and his son as our go to plumbers!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pipeworks Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.9(
580
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Instead of listing all the things they did right I'll summarize by saying it was worth every penny! Water heater broke in the middle of the night. I called first thing in the morning. They brought a new water heater and had it fully installed by 6:00 p.m. WORTH EVERY PENNY!"
Lennox 14ACX (Photo 1)
Lennox XC16
Trane Heat Pump 5
Its the details that count
Lennox 14ACX (Photo 2)

+66

Response time2 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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TriState Home Services
4.7(
181
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Serving Germantown, 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."
Furnace Tune Up
Floor Heating System
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+2

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Markool Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.7(
17
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just started working with Markool this summer and they have been fantastic! When I need service, they are so fast and every person we have interacted with has been polite, knowledgeable and personable. We unexpectedly needed to replace our system during a heat wave and they were super. So responsive and quick. I would highly recommend Markool for all of your HVAC needs!"
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Remedy Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
4.9(
64
)

Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Rema arrived on time Sunday morning to update my water heater. He installed an expansion tank, duct work and replacing the piping to the thermostat on the water heater. He did an excellent job and took his time. Mr. Rema also went to the local hardware store twice to pick up the material that was needed. The only reason I didn't give him an A was because he quoted me a price at the beginning and then went done on the price and then tried to go back up to the original quoted price. After talking with him he decided to keep the price at the lower amount that he quoted."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
4.5(
323
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent. Two separate teams came; one for AC and Furnace; second for Tankless hot water heater; Minor toilet repair also done at no extra charge, including a follow up service call to install new toilet flush handle, also at no charge."
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Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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HPC Services
5.0(
15
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Serving Germantown, 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

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Joseph plumbing & drain
4.9(
141
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The repair man was a Burmese guy, Joe, and he did an outstanding job changing the anode bar and removing the sediment from my water heater. This should extend the life of the tank. Joe showed up 10 minutes early and finished promptly. He worked hard and had the necessary supplies and tools. He knew what he was doing. I would glad to use Joe again in the future!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCarthy Services MD
4.5(
321
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Brian Langford made all the arrangements with the installation of our gas hot water heater from Lowe's via McCarthy plumbing. He was extremely helpful,patient, professional and available to answer all questions. Due to his approach to his work, we will be working with both companies in the future. Only concern I have is the warranty between Lowe's and AO Smith Hot water heaters. Once the heater is installed, Lowe's severs ties. If there is a problem with the hot water heater, you cannot return it to Lowe's although it was purchased through them, this is clearly stated on the Hot water heater in bold writing."
Installing a new A/C system.
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Beacon Home Services, Inc.
4.7(
1,797
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Serving Germantown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Services were prompt, clean and efficient. Tech was knowledgeable and personable. Water heater was affordable. Estimate (free) was done on site - not guessing over the phone."
Plumbing
Plumbing 2
Ceasar Plumbing
Water Heater
David WH

+26

1773 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Germantown, 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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