We have over 20 years of experience in the business. Here at First Choice Plumbing & Remodeling 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!
"Contractors arrived same day and fixed the problem. I would highly recommend this company to others with plumbing, septic, and well pump issues."
Maurice G on December 2024
We have over 20 years of experience in the business. Here at First Choice Plumbing & Remodeling 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!
"Contractors arrived same day and fixed the problem. I would highly recommend this company to others with plumbing, septic, and well pump issues."
Maurice G on December 2024
With 70 years of experience, Great Falls Septic Service offers comprehensive commercial and residential septic services. From brand new installs, repairs and maintenance-preventative or emergency, you can count on us to take care of all things septic. Additionally, we offer roll off containers and perform lot clearing. Our team of skilled servicemen provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your septic system is well-maintained and fully functional. If you're looking for a company that provides outstanding service and quality work at an affordable price, then look no further than Great Falls Septic Service. We will do everything possible to cater to our clients. Family owned & operated. Phone number(s) 540-545-7075 or 703-444-5600. Fax number 540-545-7077
"On time, friendly, effective."
David F on May 2023
With 70 years of experience, Great Falls Septic Service offers comprehensive commercial and residential septic services. From brand new installs, repairs and maintenance-preventative or emergency, you can count on us to take care of all things septic. Additionally, we offer roll off containers and perform lot clearing. Our team of skilled servicemen provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your septic system is well-maintained and fully functional. If you're looking for a company that provides outstanding service and quality work at an affordable price, then look no further than Great Falls Septic Service. We will do everything possible to cater to our clients. Family owned & operated. Phone number(s) 540-545-7075 or 703-444-5600. Fax number 540-545-7077
"On time, friendly, effective."
David F on May 2023
MEP Home Services is a independently operated and family owned business. Offering HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing for your home or Business. We offer repair or replacement options for your HVAC system, Water Heater, and Electrical Panels. We will come in behind another contractor and give you a free second opinion on your HVAC system or Water Heater.
"The company did a great job!"
Kevin B on August 2022
MEP Home Services is a independently operated and family owned business. Offering HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing for your home or Business. We offer repair or replacement options for your HVAC system, Water Heater, and Electrical Panels. We will come in behind another contractor and give you a free second opinion on your HVAC system or Water Heater.
"The company did a great job!"
Kevin B on August 2022
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Philco Mechanical Services is a family owned and operated small business seeking to please it's customers. Each customer is guaranteed the work in their home will be professional, handled as if it was our own personal homes with the caring attention each friend and homeowner deserves. Please contact us and become more then a number... become a friend. As a Class A Master plumbing, HVAC, and gas fitting company we can handle all your mechanical needs around your home. Rest with the assurance that the work is being performed by capable and caring people that have your best interest at heart. To name just a few things where we can assist you please consider heating, gas and propane boilers, oil boilers, radiant heat, baseboard heat, central air conditioning, tankless water heaters, heat pumps, electric furnaces, attic exhaust fans, electric water heaters, garbage disposals, dish washers... just to name a few. We can help you with new construction, repairs, installation, and service. Please call us and give us the chance to win your business 24 hours a day.
"Residential Heat Pump failure. Previously serviced by another company, Told would need to replace system. Called Phil for estimate, explained chronological history of failure. He listened, looked, checked and tested and identified the point of failure, Replaced that part from his truck and the system is running again as it should. Phil explained clearly as he worked, very informative, professional and personable. I highly recommend Philco Mechanical Services and will call on them for my seasonal inspection and service."
Carl J on August 2020
Philco Mechanical Services is a family owned and operated small business seeking to please it's customers. Each customer is guaranteed the work in their home will be professional, handled as if it was our own personal homes with the caring attention each friend and homeowner deserves. Please contact us and become more then a number... become a friend. As a Class A Master plumbing, HVAC, and gas fitting company we can handle all your mechanical needs around your home. Rest with the assurance that the work is being performed by capable and caring people that have your best interest at heart. To name just a few things where we can assist you please consider heating, gas and propane boilers, oil boilers, radiant heat, baseboard heat, central air conditioning, tankless water heaters, heat pumps, electric furnaces, attic exhaust fans, electric water heaters, garbage disposals, dish washers... just to name a few. We can help you with new construction, repairs, installation, and service. Please call us and give us the chance to win your business 24 hours a day.
"Residential Heat Pump failure. Previously serviced by another company, Told would need to replace system. Called Phil for estimate, explained chronological history of failure. He listened, looked, checked and tested and identified the point of failure, Replaced that part from his truck and the system is running again as it should. Phil explained clearly as he worked, very informative, professional and personable. I highly recommend Philco Mechanical Services and will call on them for my seasonal inspection and service."
Carl J on August 2020
Marines Service Co. is a veteran owned and veteran operated plumbing service provider, providing residential and light commercial plumbing services to Winchester and surrounding areas. We are fully licensed and insured and provide our clients with the highest levels of customer service including a two year warranty on most repairs and a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee.
"Very nice and explained the process to me"
Alli T on August 2024
Marines Service Co. is a veteran owned and veteran operated plumbing service provider, providing residential and light commercial plumbing services to Winchester and surrounding areas. We are fully licensed and insured and provide our clients with the highest levels of customer service including a two year warranty on most repairs and a lifetime craftsmanship guarantee.
"Very nice and explained the process to me"
Alli T on August 2024
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CHAMBERLIN-WASHINGTON INC., Your CAULKING & WATERPROOFING SPECIALISTS. Serving you since 1898, Chamberlin-Washington Inc. has grown into an established company, Accredited with BBB (Better Business Bureau), Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. Our Mission is: To provided high quality services and complete satisfaction to our valued customers and business partners.
CHAMBERLIN-WASHINGTON INC., Your CAULKING & WATERPROOFING SPECIALISTS. Serving you since 1898, Chamberlin-Washington Inc. has grown into an established company, Accredited with BBB (Better Business Bureau), Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. Our Mission is: To provided high quality services and complete satisfaction to our valued customers and business partners.
M.E. Flow, Inc. has been providing exceptional heating, cooling, and plumbing services to residents of northern Virginia since 1951. We are family-owned and operated, and currently in our third generation. We are a team of professionals who are licensed to ensure compliance with the laws and codes of the state of Virginia. With office locations in Leesburg, Winchester, and Alexandria, there’s always a ME Flow team member nearby to serve you quickly. What’s unique about M.E. Flow is that the entire company adopts the original family tradition of our "customer first" philosophy in order to provide the best service possible. This foundation is what sets us apart from other contractors. We have many long-term customers who continue to choose ME Flow because of our honor and integrity. We get to know our customers on a first-name basis and check in on this community that we love so much. We promise that we will never sell you anything you don't need - serving your best interest is our policy. We will always treat your home like it's our own - with respect. Offering weekend service at weekday rates! Emergency service available 7 days a week! If you are looking to get away from burning oil, we do offer an in home consultation to help you choose a new HVAC system.
"An M.E. Flow tech came to the house we own in Virginia to do the plumbing inspection covered by our maintenance agreement with the company. Our tenant had noted that a toilet was leaking, so the repair that was made appeared to be warranted; but $174 was, I thought, pretty exorbitant, since the tech was already there and it was a simple repair. But M.E. Flow has ADAMANTLY refused to provide me with a breakdown of what I was charged for: I sent an e-mail (8 May), called the company (20 May - the person I talked to said she would have a breakdown sent), and wrote a letter (22 Jun) asking: with NO response. I consider this clear deceit and deception. How much was the part; was I charged the full rate as if it were a completely separate visit? Don't know, and I SHOULD. I would NEVER deal with this company. They also did a minor repair to our HVAC system on a different visit, and again: no details (cost of the part, labor charge) for the $177 charge. They clearly have NO intention of being upfront with their customers, so: buyer beware, you're not dealing with people who care about their customers. One other note: Just found out where we live that some HVAC/plumbing companies have their service people working ON COMMISSION. Isn't that depressing. We have to worry now about being "uphold" so the tech can get a higher commission. They have a very vested interest in trying to sell their customers as much as they can. Don't know if M.E. Flow does that, but worth asking if you even think about using them Might account for the rating given by the customer below this review.."
Sue B on July 2020
M.E. Flow, Inc. has been providing exceptional heating, cooling, and plumbing services to residents of northern Virginia since 1951. We are family-owned and operated, and currently in our third generation. We are a team of professionals who are licensed to ensure compliance with the laws and codes of the state of Virginia. With office locations in Leesburg, Winchester, and Alexandria, there’s always a ME Flow team member nearby to serve you quickly. What’s unique about M.E. Flow is that the entire company adopts the original family tradition of our "customer first" philosophy in order to provide the best service possible. This foundation is what sets us apart from other contractors. We have many long-term customers who continue to choose ME Flow because of our honor and integrity. We get to know our customers on a first-name basis and check in on this community that we love so much. We promise that we will never sell you anything you don't need - serving your best interest is our policy. We will always treat your home like it's our own - with respect. Offering weekend service at weekday rates! Emergency service available 7 days a week! If you are looking to get away from burning oil, we do offer an in home consultation to help you choose a new HVAC system.
"An M.E. Flow tech came to the house we own in Virginia to do the plumbing inspection covered by our maintenance agreement with the company. Our tenant had noted that a toilet was leaking, so the repair that was made appeared to be warranted; but $174 was, I thought, pretty exorbitant, since the tech was already there and it was a simple repair. But M.E. Flow has ADAMANTLY refused to provide me with a breakdown of what I was charged for: I sent an e-mail (8 May), called the company (20 May - the person I talked to said she would have a breakdown sent), and wrote a letter (22 Jun) asking: with NO response. I consider this clear deceit and deception. How much was the part; was I charged the full rate as if it were a completely separate visit? Don't know, and I SHOULD. I would NEVER deal with this company. They also did a minor repair to our HVAC system on a different visit, and again: no details (cost of the part, labor charge) for the $177 charge. They clearly have NO intention of being upfront with their customers, so: buyer beware, you're not dealing with people who care about their customers. One other note: Just found out where we live that some HVAC/plumbing companies have their service people working ON COMMISSION. Isn't that depressing. We have to worry now about being "uphold" so the tech can get a higher commission. They have a very vested interest in trying to sell their customers as much as they can. Don't know if M.E. Flow does that, but worth asking if you even think about using them Might account for the rating given by the customer below this review.."
Sue B on July 2020
A standard well inspection begins with a visual inspection of the pump, casing, storage tank, and wiring, followed by flow rate tests and laboratory-based water sampling. The goal is to confirm that every part meets safety standards and to identify any necessary repairs before they become expensive. An inspector will also test your water quality for substances such as volatile organic compounds and any local containment concerns.
Book a licensed, insured well specialist for your inspection. Many well‑pump contractors also hold inspection credentials. They’ll bring the right tools to assess the pump, wiring, and water quality, and provide you with a clear report on any necessary fixes. Before you hire, confirm their license, insurance, and recent customer reviews.
Plan on a full well inspection every year. You’ll also want one any time the cap comes off, after septic repairs, or if flooding occurs. Annual tests look for total and fecal coliform; every two years, the lab should screen for metals and nitrates, and every five years for VOCs and pesticides. If you’re buying a home with a private well, it’s essential to schedule a pre-purchase inspection.
With routine care, most wells supply clean water for up to 40 years. Lifespan depends on the type and how well you protect it. To help it reach the maximum lifespan, keep hazardous products far from the casing, ensure the cap stays sealed, schedule yearly inspections, and address problems as soon as they appear. Good habits keep the system healthy and the water safe.
The average cost of well repairs ranges from $100 to $2,800. Your final bill depends on which part—pump, pressure tank, casing, or piping—needs attention and the level of complexity involved in the repair. A thorough inspection identifies the problem, allowing you to budget accurately and avoid paying for unnecessary parts or services.