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Avatar for Dave the Plumber, LLC
Dave the Plumber, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had an emergency situation on New Year's Eve, 2015. My husband had died unexpectedly and when I returned home from the out-of-state funeral, I discovered a large puddle around my water heater. Dave and his son, a very nice young man who is a veteran, called me right away and came to my house within an hour. He double checked to make sure that the heater did in fact need to be replaced and he took care of everything. He went and bought me a water heater and installed it. He kept me informed every step of the way and charged me a very reasonable price. He was very thorough, professional, and pleasant. I would recommend him to anyone."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Trim-Tek Plumbing
4.1(
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin and Eli installed a new hot water heater for us. They did an outstanding job, very efficient and professional. They are a great business to work with. If you need any plumbing work done, please contact Austin you will not be disappointed. I highly recommend this business!"
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Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Orbit Water Solutions
4.8(
44
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My experience with this company and the water solutions that they provided was phenomenal. Even though our home was quite a ways away from their normal service area, they were still able to send a team member, Zoe, out the next day to do a test of our well water. Zoe went through all of the different tests and thoroughly explained the results every step of the way. The next day they were able to send out a team to install the recommended water softening and filtration solutions. The guys that came out to do this work were quick, clean, and able to answer any of our questions. We could feel and taste the difference in our water immediately. We don't have to use as much soap for the dishes or for the shower as we used to thanks to all the hardness being filtered out. Our hair and skin feels much cleaner after a shower. The water not only tastes better, but we feel more at ease drinking it. My morning coffee tastes so much better and is much stronger than before (so now I can use less coffee). Ultimately, I highly recommend this company if you want to have a test done of your water quality are considering a water filtration system."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Gabe's Plumbing
4.9(
30
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gabriel exceeded our expectations. He called within 30 minutes of my submitting the Home Advisor form for replacement of a water heater. He came that afternoon to give us a free estimate, which was very reasonable. When we accepted, he said he could do it that day. He went to get the appliance and we had a new water heater three hours later. Great service at a good price. We'd call him again."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Burrill Plumbing LLC
4.2(
37
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"11/2019 - A year after the work was done & no problems or complaints. They responded immediately when I was in a bad situation. They didn't try to have me buy any more than I needed and they were less than the company in the 'book. I called them late on a Thursday & they made sure I had good running water from my well before the weekend; didn't leave me stranded over the weekend. They even did a minor plumping repair on a cracked outside water pipe without charging me. Yes, I would definitely use them again. Thank you."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Hancock, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"AHS is ok. They cover repairs of most everything under the roof of your house. The companies that contract with them are not always the best. You call AHS with the issue, they send a fax to the repair company and give you the contact info. If they don't contact you within 24 hours, you call them. Sometimes they answer, sometimes they don't. When they arrive (usually three days or so later), they service the item. if it has issues within the 90 days, you call AHS again, they are sent out with no charge. If the serviceman decides the unit is unrepairable, AHS will allow you to choose a replacement from their listing (usually not as good as what you have) they will install and remove your old item, or give you wholesale amount to buy and install your own. Prices vary on what you want covered and what you want the copay to be, plus where you live. For me it is 49.99 per month with a 75.00 time of service order. You can have more than one item serviced at the same time under the same fee. If you have a SEAR product the repair guys are great. Not that wild about the other ones they send out. But it is a big savings compared to calling someone on your own. The cost of service is only the 75.00 copay."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Hancock, 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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