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Avatar for Lockhart Plumbing Remodeling LLC

Lockhart Plumbing Remodeling LLC

220 Virginia Ave
4.26(
19
)
Approved Pro

Lockhart Plumbing Remodeling LLC

220 Virginia Ave
4.26(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
32 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

"The only good thing American Home Shield has ever done for me and my family is introduce us to Lockhart Plumbing & Remodeling. We put in an issue for a leak with AHS and of course it wasn’t covered, but that wasn’t the plumber’s fault. Billy came out, explained what would need to be done and left, only to come back the next day and fix everything according to my scheduling constraints. He answered all of my questions, explained why the warranty company wouldn’t cover it (AHS is a scam and a waste of money and time. They have never fixed anything for us). He looked at a couple other things to give advice and quotes on, and was so personable and professional, I was completely comfortable having him in my house. He never complained that my issue was more difficult than he was expecting, he made a few jokes, kept in contact with both me and my husband every step of the way, and offered a very generous price. If I have any plumbing issues in the future, Billy will be my first call!"

Shannon T on April 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.

"The only good thing American Home Shield has ever done for me and my family is introduce us to Lockhart Plumbing & Remodeling. We put in an issue for a leak with AHS and of course it wasn’t covered, but that wasn’t the plumber’s fault. Billy came out, explained what would need to be done and left, only to come back the next day and fix everything according to my scheduling constraints. He answered all of my questions, explained why the warranty company wouldn’t cover it (AHS is a scam and a waste of money and time. They have never fixed anything for us). He looked at a couple other things to give advice and quotes on, and was so personable and professional, I was completely comfortable having him in my house. He never complained that my issue was more difficult than he was expecting, he made a few jokes, kept in contact with both me and my husband every step of the way, and offered a very generous price. If I have any plumbing issues in the future, Billy will be my first call!"

Shannon T on April 2025


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Family Fire Service and Plumbing LLC

5006 Aspen Hill Rd
4.43(
7
)
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Family Fire Service and Plumbing LLC

5006 Aspen Hill Rd
4.43(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
43 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We are in the industry providing plumbing and fire protection systems to residents and businesses in and around Maryland for over 22 years. During all this time we were working to improve customer satisfaction before, during and after the service based on our agile management, trained team and quality materials. Now, years of experience in the market allows us to guarantee that our work will be of the highest quality.

"My water heater started leaking on a Sunday. I reached out to Family Fire Service and they responded immediately. They had a new water heater out to my house the next day and installed in a few hours. The supervisor and the tech worked seamlessly to have us up and running. They provided quality service and at a very competitive price. I highly recommend Family Fire Service and Plumbing. KC"

Khalid C on June 2025

We are in the industry providing plumbing and fire protection systems to residents and businesses in and around Maryland for over 22 years. During all this time we were working to improve customer satisfaction before, during and after the service based on our agile management, trained team and quality materials. Now, years of experience in the market allows us to guarantee that our work will be of the highest quality.

"My water heater started leaking on a Sunday. I reached out to Family Fire Service and they responded immediately. They had a new water heater out to my house the next day and installed in a few hours. The supervisor and the tech worked seamlessly to have us up and running. They provided quality service and at a very competitive price. I highly recommend Family Fire Service and Plumbing. KC"

Khalid C on June 2025


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RC Mechanical Service, LLC

5501 Merchants View Sq Unit 15G
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RC Mechanical Service, LLC

5501 Merchants View Sq Unit 15G
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15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We offer over 28 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

We offer over 28 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. We're committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.


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RightNOW Plumbing

11047 Pierson Drive Suite G
4.74(
943
)
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RightNOW Plumbing

11047 Pierson Drive Suite G
4.74(
943
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
364 local quotes requested

At RightNOW Plumbing, we specialize in water heater repair & installation. We are Northern Virginia's premier water heater experts and the area's leading Tankless installer. We have established ourselves as the go to company for quality work and outstanding customer service. Whether it is a repair, installation or conversion to tankless, we will leave you with a smile when the job is done. We are ready to take on any water heater project and deliver results you will be proud of. We know that it takes more than just materials, tools, and skill to deliver outstanding results. That is why we are committed to unsurpassed customer service. We will not be satisfied until you are, that is our promise.

"Nike Love from RightNOW Plumbing did an amazing job (three jobs in fact) at the best price across 8 total quotes I got on the job. Great guy and excellent job. Really appreciate Nick and RightNOW Plumbing. Brian"

Brian H on September 2025

At RightNOW Plumbing, we specialize in water heater repair & installation. We are Northern Virginia's premier water heater experts and the area's leading Tankless installer. We have established ourselves as the go to company for quality work and outstanding customer service. Whether it is a repair, installation or conversion to tankless, we will leave you with a smile when the job is done. We are ready to take on any water heater project and deliver results you will be proud of. We know that it takes more than just materials, tools, and skill to deliver outstanding results. That is why we are committed to unsurpassed customer service. We will not be satisfied until you are, that is our promise.

"Nike Love from RightNOW Plumbing did an amazing job (three jobs in fact) at the best price across 8 total quotes I got on the job. Great guy and excellent job. Really appreciate Nick and RightNOW Plumbing. Brian"

Brian H on September 2025


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Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical VA

14910 Persistence Drive
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Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical VA

14910 Persistence Drive
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97 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical – Trusted HVAC Contractor in Northern Virginia Michael Bonsby is your go-to HVAC and plumbing company serving Northern Virginia with dependable service, competitive pricing, and expert solutions. Specializing in air conditioning installation, heating repair, HVAC maintenance, and residential plumbing services, we help homeowners and businesses stay comfortable year-round. Whether you’re looking for fast AC repair in Fairfax, furnace replacement in Arlington, or a reliable HVAC maintenance plan in Loudoun County, our certified technicians deliver high-quality workmanship backed by decades of experience. We proudly serve communities throughout Northern Virginia with personalized solutions for all your indoor comfort needs.

Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical – Trusted HVAC Contractor in Northern Virginia Michael Bonsby is your go-to HVAC and plumbing company serving Northern Virginia with dependable service, competitive pricing, and expert solutions. Specializing in air conditioning installation, heating repair, HVAC maintenance, and residential plumbing services, we help homeowners and businesses stay comfortable year-round. Whether you’re looking for fast AC repair in Fairfax, furnace replacement in Arlington, or a reliable HVAC maintenance plan in Loudoun County, our certified technicians deliver high-quality workmanship backed by decades of experience. We proudly serve communities throughout Northern Virginia with personalized solutions for all your indoor comfort needs.


Old Dominion Heating and Air LLC

4695 Payne Road
5.00(
13
)
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Old Dominion Heating and Air LLC

4695 Payne Road
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
37 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Old Dominion Heating and Air LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of HVAC repair services. We are based out of the Columbia, VA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"We had excellent service from Old Dominion Heating and Air Conditioning. He called us within in minutes of receiving our request for service. He was out the very next day. Found the problem went over every detail with us. We had 3 other technicians come out from different companies and none of them could find the problem but they didn't even take the cover off to look at the inside of the Mini Split. Old Dominion gave us a fair price to fix the unit and they ordered the parts and had the work done the day after parts arrived. We can say we are more than pleased with their service and would highly recommend them. They went above and beyond to find the problem. Great Job and very polite. "

Olinda S on August 2025

Old Dominion Heating and Air LLC is here to help! We offer a variety of HVAC repair services. We are based out of the Columbia, VA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"We had excellent service from Old Dominion Heating and Air Conditioning. He called us within in minutes of receiving our request for service. He was out the very next day. Found the problem went over every detail with us. We had 3 other technicians come out from different companies and none of them could find the problem but they didn't even take the cover off to look at the inside of the Mini Split. Old Dominion gave us a fair price to fix the unit and they ordered the parts and had the work done the day after parts arrived. We can say we are more than pleased with their service and would highly recommend them. They went above and beyond to find the problem. Great Job and very polite. "

Olinda S on August 2025


"Yes the job was completed and worked. The plumber that they sent out was not professional."

Gail D on February 2025

Appleton Campbell is the local name you can count on for all of your plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical needs.

"Yes the job was completed and worked. The plumber that they sent out was not professional."

Gail D on February 2025


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Beacon Home Services, Inc.

10498 Colonel Ct #101
4.66(
830
)
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Beacon Home Services, Inc.

10498 Colonel Ct #101
4.66(
830
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
758 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

Beacon Home Services is a family owned and operated electrical & plumbing contractor. Our experienced plumbers & electricians have been providing superior services to the Northern Virginia Area since 2002. Our Master technicians are fully licensed and have more than enough experience to insure your satisfaction with our services. We have proven our ability to satisfy customers by reinventing the service industry and putting customer service at the top of our list! Customer safety is also very important to Beacon Home Services. That's why all our employees have gone through background checks so you can be sure that you're in good hands with Beacon Home Services.

"The tech was ok and corrected the problem. But this company for this service was in my opinion highly over priced. One of my GFI had tripped which left me with no power to 2 outlets. Problem was found in less than 15 minutes and for that I was charged $149. Which I found to be outrageous. Will not be using them again"

Jackie M on September 2025

Beacon Home Services is a family owned and operated electrical & plumbing contractor. Our experienced plumbers & electricians have been providing superior services to the Northern Virginia Area since 2002. Our Master technicians are fully licensed and have more than enough experience to insure your satisfaction with our services. We have proven our ability to satisfy customers by reinventing the service industry and putting customer service at the top of our list! Customer safety is also very important to Beacon Home Services. That's why all our employees have gone through background checks so you can be sure that you're in good hands with Beacon Home Services.

"The tech was ok and corrected the problem. But this company for this service was in my opinion highly over priced. One of my GFI had tripped which left me with no power to 2 outlets. Problem was found in less than 15 minutes and for that I was charged $149. Which I found to be outrageous. Will not be using them again"

Jackie M on September 2025


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USA Pipe Repair of Virginia, Inc.

13721 Kentucky Derby Court
4.68(
577
)
Approved Pro

USA Pipe Repair of Virginia, Inc.

13721 Kentucky Derby Court
4.68(
577
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
189 local quotes requested

We are a full service plumbing company. We specialize in all forms of trenchless technology as well as general repairs from faucets to showers to entire house re pipes and as little as changing a wax ring on a toilet. We work for many of the largest contractors in the area and are underground division covers the entire state working for other contractors because of our specialties. Our indoor division stays mainly in the Central Virginia area providing top-notch service at an affordable rate. Many of the larger companies that we work for don't want to admit that they sub out to us. However you can hear people advertising for us on the radio every morning and never know my company was there. We look forward to working for you and making sure that you are 100% satisfied.

"They were very friendly, knowledgeable, explained what needed to be done,, and performed the job in a timely manner!! I would highly recommend! A +++!"

Lynn B on October 2023

We are a full service plumbing company. We specialize in all forms of trenchless technology as well as general repairs from faucets to showers to entire house re pipes and as little as changing a wax ring on a toilet. We work for many of the largest contractors in the area and are underground division covers the entire state working for other contractors because of our specialties. Our indoor division stays mainly in the Central Virginia area providing top-notch service at an affordable rate. Many of the larger companies that we work for don't want to admit that they sub out to us. However you can hear people advertising for us on the radio every morning and never know my company was there. We look forward to working for you and making sure that you are 100% satisfied.

"They were very friendly, knowledgeable, explained what needed to be done,, and performed the job in a timely manner!! I would highly recommend! A +++!"

Lynn B on October 2023


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Dragon Plumbing & Contracting LLC

8506 Beyer RD
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro

Dragon Plumbing & Contracting LLC

8506 Beyer RD
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dragon Plumbing & Contracting LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Carl with Dragon Plumbing & Contracting is knowledgeable, professional & trustworthy! He was able to quickly diagnose and repair the plumbing issues in my home! He is the very best!! "

Mandy F on July 2025

Dragon Plumbing & Contracting LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Carl with Dragon Plumbing & Contracting is knowledgeable, professional & trustworthy! He was able to quickly diagnose and repair the plumbing issues in my home! He is the very best!! "

Mandy F on July 2025

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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Richmond, VA

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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