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Avatar for Richard F Bondurant, LLC
Richard F Bondurant, LLC
228 Brooke Street
4.72(
42
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Richard F Bondurant, LLC
228 Brooke Street
4.72(
42
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
46 years of experience

We build strong relationships with our customers and the communities that we live and work in. Let us show you what it is like to work with a Master Plumber that takes pride in getting the job done right and timely to secure total customer satisfaction. We are determined to achieve long term commitment through quality, dedication, honesty, and professionalism. Why settle for less? Call us today we are on our way. Choose Bondurant!

"very professional"

Raymond R on September 2021

We build strong relationships with our customers and the communities that we live and work in. Let us show you what it is like to work with a Master Plumber that takes pride in getting the job done right and timely to secure total customer satisfaction. We are determined to achieve long term commitment through quality, dedication, honesty, and professionalism. Why settle for less? Call us today we are on our way. Choose Bondurant!

"very professional"

Raymond R on September 2021


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Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
1257 South 26th Street
4.68(
249
)
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Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
1257 South 26th Street
4.68(
249
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

GEN3 Electric & HVAC specializes in repairing, updating and servicing your home's electric and heating and cooling systems in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. As licensed contractors, our prompt response, honest pricing and respect for your home ensures your 100% satisfaction. Ask about the multiple financing options we offer. Like us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter, Watch us on YouTube, read our blogs.

"The technician was very knowledgeable and spent time with me explaining every single thing about my boiler."

Robert C on January 2020

GEN3 Electric & HVAC specializes in repairing, updating and servicing your home's electric and heating and cooling systems in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. As licensed contractors, our prompt response, honest pricing and respect for your home ensures your 100% satisfaction. Ask about the multiple financing options we offer. Like us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter, Watch us on YouTube, read our blogs.

"The technician was very knowledgeable and spent time with me explaining every single thing about my boiler."

Robert C on January 2020


Avatar for Stong Plumbing
Stong Plumbing
619 Lancaster Avenue
4.16(
246
)
Approved Pro
Stong Plumbing
619 Lancaster Avenue
4.16(
246
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
20 local quotes requested
78 years of experience

Stong Plumbing is a customer focused plumbing & drain cleaning company that was originally started in 1947. We employ only highly trained people whose goals are to make our company the best service company serving the Delaware Valley, Chester and Lancaster counties. When our technician arrives, you will immediately notice that we hire only professionals. They have outstanding technical ability, and their positive attitude and integrity is brought to every home and customer we serve. Should we make a mistake, we will do everything in our power to correct it to your satisfaction. We pledge to always tell you up-front what the cost will be to complete your job correctly. We make it a point to go over any details or limitations of the proposed systems so that you have a complete understanding of the steps needed to get to a positive end result. Give us a call for your service needs, and see what you've been missing.

"they are very knowledgeable and polite. They fixed one of our leaks at no cost. They are great."

Liza G on July 2024

Stong Plumbing is a customer focused plumbing & drain cleaning company that was originally started in 1947. We employ only highly trained people whose goals are to make our company the best service company serving the Delaware Valley, Chester and Lancaster counties. When our technician arrives, you will immediately notice that we hire only professionals. They have outstanding technical ability, and their positive attitude and integrity is brought to every home and customer we serve. Should we make a mistake, we will do everything in our power to correct it to your satisfaction. We pledge to always tell you up-front what the cost will be to complete your job correctly. We make it a point to go over any details or limitations of the proposed systems so that you have a complete understanding of the steps needed to get to a positive end result. Give us a call for your service needs, and see what you've been missing.

"they are very knowledgeable and polite. They fixed one of our leaks at no cost. They are great."

Liza G on July 2024


Avatar for Horizon Services, LLC (DE)
Horizon Services, LLC (DE)
320 Century Blvd.
4.75(
10
)
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Horizon Services, LLC (DE)
320 Century Blvd.
4.75(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Experience The Horizon Difference. On-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED! Horizon Services is the region's largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.

"A"

Michael G on September 2023

Experience The Horizon Difference. On-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED! Horizon Services is the region's largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.

"A"

Michael G on September 2023


Avatar for Gildea Plumbing & Heating
Gildea Plumbing & Heating
4 West Glen Circle
4.94(
24
)
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Gildea Plumbing & Heating
4 West Glen Circle
4.94(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
11 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

Gildea Plumbing & Heating is a family-owned and operated company. We pride ourselves on an outstanding record of quality service and attention to detail. Our philosophy is to treat your home as we would our own, and this is complimented by our years of experience in the industry. Whether you need general plumbing, hot water heating, or radiant heating services, we get it done on time and with utmost reliability and professionalism. Give us a call today and we'll show you our magic!

"Reliable great quality work. Would hire again."

Jay D on November 2019

Gildea Plumbing & Heating is a family-owned and operated company. We pride ourselves on an outstanding record of quality service and attention to detail. Our philosophy is to treat your home as we would our own, and this is complimented by our years of experience in the industry. Whether you need general plumbing, hot water heating, or radiant heating services, we get it done on time and with utmost reliability and professionalism. Give us a call today and we'll show you our magic!

"Reliable great quality work. Would hire again."

Jay D on November 2019


Avatar for WM Henderson Plumbing & Heating
WM Henderson Plumbing & Heating
511 Abbott Dr.
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
WM Henderson Plumbing & Heating
511 Abbott Dr.
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
36 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

WM Henderson is a member of the Horizon Family of Services. Horizon Services, Inc., is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services, Inc., remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners.

WM Henderson is a member of the Horizon Family of Services. Horizon Services, Inc., is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services, Inc., remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners.


Avatar for Done Right Today, Inc.
Done Right Today, Inc.
473 Old Airport Rd
4.85(
521
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Done Right Today, Inc.
473 Old Airport Rd
4.85(
521
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
641 local quotes requested

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.

"It was great! Very knowledgeable and personable and answered all my questions. "

Brandon W on July 2025

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.

"It was great! Very knowledgeable and personable and answered all my questions. "

Brandon W on July 2025


Avatar for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
1313 Wilmington Pike Unit 1A S
4.56(
483
)
Approved Pro
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
1313 Wilmington Pike Unit 1A S
4.56(
483
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
71 local quotes requested
66 years of experience

Does your plumbing company solve your plumbing problems? At Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, your complete satisfaction with both our service and plumbers is 100% guaranteed. Our on-time guarantee is one of the best in the country, and backed by highly skilled plumbers that are expertly trained and experienced to exceed your expectations. Simply put, when you choose Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, for all your plumbing problems, you can't lose.

"Very prompt! Good communication. Got the job done"

Janis M on November 2024

Does your plumbing company solve your plumbing problems? At Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, your complete satisfaction with both our service and plumbers is 100% guaranteed. Our on-time guarantee is one of the best in the country, and backed by highly skilled plumbers that are expertly trained and experienced to exceed your expectations. Simply put, when you choose Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, for all your plumbing problems, you can't lose.

"Very prompt! Good communication. Got the job done"

Janis M on November 2024


Avatar for Aaron of A Sharp Contracting
Aaron of A Sharp Contracting
1609 Squire Drive
4.91(
123
)
Approved Pro
Aaron of A Sharp Contracting
1609 Squire Drive
4.91(
123
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
112 local quotes requested

A. Sharp Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 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!

"Aaron and his son came promptly and they got right to work. They took out my old hot water heater and installed the new one in a professional and timely manner. Aaron and his son took the old tanks also. Aaron also took the time to explain things and his prices are very reasonable. I would recommend Aaron. "

James B on July 2025

A. Sharp Contracting is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 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!

"Aaron and his son came promptly and they got right to work. They took out my old hot water heater and installed the new one in a professional and timely manner. Aaron and his son took the old tanks also. Aaron also took the time to explain things and his prices are very reasonable. I would recommend Aaron. "

James B on July 2025


Avatar for Bret Homes LLC
Bret Homes LLC
845 Anosland Rd
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Bret Homes LLC
845 Anosland Rd
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
135 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Bret Homes 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.

"We recently hired Bill to replace two faucets in our home. We could not be happier with the job he did. He was responsive and clearly knew what he was doing. Worked efficiently and kept the area clean and tidy. Thanks Bret homes and Bill!"

Kathryn C on June 2025

Bret Homes 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.

"We recently hired Bill to replace two faucets in our home. We could not be happier with the job he did. He was responsive and clearly knew what he was doing. Worked efficiently and kept the area clean and tidy. Thanks Bret homes and Bill!"

Kathryn C on June 2025

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FAQs for water heater repair or service projects in Swarthmore, PA

Yes, flushing washes out the sediment that would otherwise coat heating elements and build up along the tank walls. Clearing that gunk keeps water heating evenly, lowers energy use, and helps the unit last longer. In short, a quick flush keeps your heater running at peak efficiency instead of fighting through layers of mineral sludge.

Plan on a full flush once a year. If you live with hard water—or hear rumbling inside the tank—step it up to twice yearly. Sticking to that schedule scrubs out sediment, keeps hot water flowing, and shields the heater from premature wear. Regular flushing also wards off surprise repair bills and helps the unit run more efficiently day-to-day.

Listen and look for clues: popping or banging sounds, cloudy or rusty water, lukewarm showers, moisture around the drain valve, or a sudden spike in energy bills. Any of these signals point to sediment hogging space inside the tank and choking heat transfer. A thorough flush clears the buildup, restores steady temperatures, and helps the heater run smoothly for years to come.

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