Freedom Contracting And Excavating LLC is 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Dave and AJ from Freedom Contracting & Excavating did a great job for a reasonable price. I had an idea for an outdoor griddle setup using natural gas instead of propane tanks. I thought it was a long shot but they were able to make it happen. Very courteous and straight forward. They even went above and beyond by helping me with the natural gas conversion on my griddle. I would definitely hire them again and if you need any gas line work done, call Freedom C & E for sure! Thanks again!"
Robert N on November 2022
Freedom Contracting And Excavating LLC is 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. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Dave and AJ from Freedom Contracting & Excavating did a great job for a reasonable price. I had an idea for an outdoor griddle setup using natural gas instead of propane tanks. I thought it was a long shot but they were able to make it happen. Very courteous and straight forward. They even went above and beyond by helping me with the natural gas conversion on my griddle. I would definitely hire them again and if you need any gas line work done, call Freedom C & E for sure! Thanks again!"
Robert N on November 2022
We specialize in all your home plumbing needs and guarantee you a job well done! Whether it be that water heater that needs to be repaired, or that sink that needs to be installed, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!
"Kaleb responded quickly and professionally"
Martin S on July 2024
We specialize in all your home plumbing needs and guarantee you a job well done! Whether it be that water heater that needs to be repaired, or that sink that needs to be installed, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!
"Kaleb responded quickly and professionally"
Martin S on July 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I am very glad I found this company. Ryan and Hunter did a great job. They took care when they were in the house. Very courteous. Prices are good. Need a plumber get these guys."
Fran D on October 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I am very glad I found this company. Ryan and Hunter did a great job. They took care when they were in the house. Very courteous. Prices are good. Need a plumber get these guys."
Fran D on October 2024
McVay Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, is 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. Educated and experienced with the latest knowledge of our trade, is what makes us true professionals in the plumbing, heating and cooling industry. Above all, we are respectful to our customers, their homes and are watchful of our customers interests. Our plumbing professionals are top-notch! McVay is THEE authority when it comes to sewer and drain services and repairs. McVay was the original pioneer of trenchless sewer lining in the area. We continue to utilize the latest technology and processes to improve our services and customer satisfaction. McVay also offers highly professional heating and cooling services. We pride ourselves on being able to repair, install and maintain any type of heating/cooling system and any brand.
"McVay has good people who do good work. Each time! Thank you, McVay."
Roger D on May 2025
McVay Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, is 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. Educated and experienced with the latest knowledge of our trade, is what makes us true professionals in the plumbing, heating and cooling industry. Above all, we are respectful to our customers, their homes and are watchful of our customers interests. Our plumbing professionals are top-notch! McVay is THEE authority when it comes to sewer and drain services and repairs. McVay was the original pioneer of trenchless sewer lining in the area. We continue to utilize the latest technology and processes to improve our services and customer satisfaction. McVay also offers highly professional heating and cooling services. We pride ourselves on being able to repair, install and maintain any type of heating/cooling system and any brand.
"McVay has good people who do good work. Each time! Thank you, McVay."
Roger D on May 2025
The problem with most "pros"? Too many bad habits. It's easy to get swept away in the day to day monotony, even for those that call themselves "pros". When it comes to hiring a heating and cooling technician, nobody wants to deal with being treated like a sale rather than a person, the use of scare tactics instead of education, or someone who just wants to get to job done quickly instead of correctly. All our HVAC pros go through 5 years of HVAC schooling, for a total of 10,000 hours of on-the-job training. And it's not just technical training either; it's training that focuses on you, on making you feel comfortable every step of the way. We will roll out the red carpet for you, both figuratively and literally. Red Carpet Treatment During every visit to a home, we lay out an actual red carpet to prevent any additional mess. But what may be even more important than just protecting your home is making sure you feel like you've received the best in customer service.
"The job was done correctly and efficiently, and we even learned how to potentially prevent this problem in future."
Beth C on June 2025
The problem with most "pros"? Too many bad habits. It's easy to get swept away in the day to day monotony, even for those that call themselves "pros". When it comes to hiring a heating and cooling technician, nobody wants to deal with being treated like a sale rather than a person, the use of scare tactics instead of education, or someone who just wants to get to job done quickly instead of correctly. All our HVAC pros go through 5 years of HVAC schooling, for a total of 10,000 hours of on-the-job training. And it's not just technical training either; it's training that focuses on you, on making you feel comfortable every step of the way. We will roll out the red carpet for you, both figuratively and literally. Red Carpet Treatment During every visit to a home, we lay out an actual red carpet to prevent any additional mess. But what may be even more important than just protecting your home is making sure you feel like you've received the best in customer service.
"The job was done correctly and efficiently, and we even learned how to potentially prevent this problem in future."
Beth C on June 2025
At Lawrence Plumbing, we're all about providing exceptional customer service. We respect your time, your home, and your budget. We offer upfront pricing, so you'll never be surprised by the cost of your service. And we stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Choose Lawrence Plumbing for all your plumbing needs. If you're looking for an experienced, licensed plumber near me in the great Pittsburgh area, call Lawrence Plumbing LLC today to schedule fast, friendly service for any plumbing issue. We're ready to serve you in Vandergrift PA, Cranberry Township PA, Pittsburgh, Reserve Township, Ross Township, Penn Hills, Butler, Leechburg, Brackenridge, Natrona Heights, Cheswick, Oakmont, Fox Chapel, Blawnox, O'Hara Township, and Dorseyville.
"They dont have a boiler selection selection so. Do not call them. The techs know little to none about steam boilers. They will act like they know what they are doing and instead of fixing the problems they will cause more. They flooded our house for 4 hours after the techs thought I had a water boiler system and filled all our radiators with water. They then said theyd fix what they did wrong and go over our system to make sure we had no leaks. This I was told by Jen the service manager. After 4 techs and countless hours of headaches and tons of damages from the constant running water for 4 hour they decided they were not going to fix the screw ups or diagnose what is wrong. However they offered to give us a refund of our money and they handed us the replacement part they broke free of charge. So now not only do I have to fix the system they broke more but I have also taken days off work to meet with them numerous times for nothing but to have the tech hand me the part. "
Robert H on January 2025
At Lawrence Plumbing, we're all about providing exceptional customer service. We respect your time, your home, and your budget. We offer upfront pricing, so you'll never be surprised by the cost of your service. And we stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Choose Lawrence Plumbing for all your plumbing needs. If you're looking for an experienced, licensed plumber near me in the great Pittsburgh area, call Lawrence Plumbing LLC today to schedule fast, friendly service for any plumbing issue. We're ready to serve you in Vandergrift PA, Cranberry Township PA, Pittsburgh, Reserve Township, Ross Township, Penn Hills, Butler, Leechburg, Brackenridge, Natrona Heights, Cheswick, Oakmont, Fox Chapel, Blawnox, O'Hara Township, and Dorseyville.
"They dont have a boiler selection selection so. Do not call them. The techs know little to none about steam boilers. They will act like they know what they are doing and instead of fixing the problems they will cause more. They flooded our house for 4 hours after the techs thought I had a water boiler system and filled all our radiators with water. They then said theyd fix what they did wrong and go over our system to make sure we had no leaks. This I was told by Jen the service manager. After 4 techs and countless hours of headaches and tons of damages from the constant running water for 4 hour they decided they were not going to fix the screw ups or diagnose what is wrong. However they offered to give us a refund of our money and they handed us the replacement part they broke free of charge. So now not only do I have to fix the system they broke more but I have also taken days off work to meet with them numerous times for nothing but to have the tech hand me the part. "
Robert H on January 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jeremy is a very personable tradesman with excellent communication skills. His work was accomplished in a professional manner at a fair price. Highly recommended. "
James K on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jeremy is a very personable tradesman with excellent communication skills. His work was accomplished in a professional manner at a fair price. Highly recommended. "
James K on April 2025
Were 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.
"Great attitude and great work manship"
Dan D on February 2025
Were 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.
"Great attitude and great work manship"
Dan D on February 2025
Here at Jacob Heating and Cooling, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Repairs done"
Harry M on November 2024
Here at Jacob Heating and Cooling, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Repairs done"
Harry M on November 2024
Laurel Craftsmen Co. is a professional remodeling company specializing in tile work, custom showers and bathroom renovations. Our value is in our commitment to your project and attention to details giving your home the attention it deserves. We are an owner-operated company with 20 years of experience in the remodeling industry.
"The bathroom looks beautiful. Jemin was a pleasure to work with and we are very happy with our project. I am already speaking to him about our next job."
SHLOMO S on October 2023
Laurel Craftsmen Co. is a professional remodeling company specializing in tile work, custom showers and bathroom renovations. Our value is in our commitment to your project and attention to details giving your home the attention it deserves. We are an owner-operated company with 20 years of experience in the remodeling industry.
"The bathroom looks beautiful. Jemin was a pleasure to work with and we are very happy with our project. I am already speaking to him about our next job."
SHLOMO S on October 2023
Yes, although they have a higher upfront cost compared to traditional units, tankless water heaters can be worth the investment for many homeowners. They heat water on demand, eliminating standby energy losses and leading to 24% to 34% greater energy efficiency for homes using up to 41 gallons of hot water daily. Tankless units last longer—around 20 years with proper maintenance—and require less space than traditional units. They also reduce the risk of leaks and water damage since there's no tank to corrode and fail.
Tankless water heaters, including gas-powered models, do require electricity to operate components like the ignition and control systems. This means they won't function during a power outage. If you live in an area prone to outages and want to ensure a continuous hot water supply, consider installing a battery backup system or generator to keep your tankless water heater running when the power goes out.
You should set your tankless water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal safety and efficiency, as recommended by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Setting the temperature at 120 degrees prevents scalding accidents, particularly for children and the elderly, and reduces energy consumption. Temperatures above 140 degrees increase the risk of burns and promote mineral buildup, which can decrease the system's efficiency.
A 20-minute shower uses 50 to 60 gallons of water, assuming a flow rate of 2.5 to 3 gallons per minute. A typical whole-house tankless water heater can produce 4 to 8 gallons of hot water per minute, providing continuous hot water for long showers. By installing low-flow showerheads and reducing shower time, you decrease water consumption and energy costs, maximizing the efficiency of your tankless system.
With proper maintenance, a tankless water heater lasts around 20 years, significantly longer than conventional tank water heaters, which last between 8 and 12 years. Regular inspections and timely repairs can further extend its lifespan. To keep your tankless system operating efficiently, have it inspected or serviced annually and address any minor issues promptly by contacting a local tankless water heater repair service.