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Flinn's Rooter Service LLC

P.O. Box 4952
4.88(
86
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Flinn's Rooter Service LLC

P.O. Box 4952
4.88(
86
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

Flinn's Rooter Service is a family owned and operated business since 1990. We specialize in clearing slow and/or clogged drains. Professional guaranteed work with results that last.

"Good professional people. I am very happy with their services."

Bakhtar A on September 2024

Flinn's Rooter Service is a family owned and operated business since 1990. We specialize in clearing slow and/or clogged drains. Professional guaranteed work with results that last.

"Good professional people. I am very happy with their services."

Bakhtar A on September 2024


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Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC

14332 Rixeyville Rd.
4.57(
14
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Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC

14332 Rixeyville Rd.
4.57(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
48 local quotes requested
42 years of experience

Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC in Culpeper and Staunton VA strive at giving you our best services. We stock the best pumps and tanks we can find. Full systems get a 5 year parts and labor warranty. We also offer water treatment with free evaluation on sight. There is never a fee for estimate’s. No water calls with livestock are same day service. We stock the best pumps we can get and bring them to you at a flat rate.

"John was very responsive, prompt, and fair with competitive pricing. I will call him for future needs and recommend to neighbors and friends."

Dennis F on November 2022

Dexter Wells & Plumbing, LLC in Culpeper and Staunton VA strive at giving you our best services. We stock the best pumps and tanks we can find. Full systems get a 5 year parts and labor warranty. We also offer water treatment with free evaluation on sight. There is never a fee for estimate’s. No water calls with livestock are same day service. We stock the best pumps we can get and bring them to you at a flat rate.

"John was very responsive, prompt, and fair with competitive pricing. I will call him for future needs and recommend to neighbors and friends."

Dennis F on November 2022


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Prince William Plumbing

10904 Crockett Rd.
4.97(
31
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Prince William Plumbing

10904 Crockett Rd.
4.97(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Family owned and operated. Local, honest, and clean. All employees are residents of Prince William County. In business since 2005. Owners John and Susie Townsend grew up and still live in Nokesville, Virginia. All of our customers are family and friends. For 10 years, we have worked only off of referrals. As our small business grows, we are doing very little advertising in an effort to keep our cost down and pass the savings to our customers.

"Excellent service. Dominic and his team were polite, respectful and on time. They did an excellent job and left my house clean and tidy. I would absolutely recommend PW Plumbing."

Jerry X on January 2025

Family owned and operated. Local, honest, and clean. All employees are residents of Prince William County. In business since 2005. Owners John and Susie Townsend grew up and still live in Nokesville, Virginia. All of our customers are family and friends. For 10 years, we have worked only off of referrals. As our small business grows, we are doing very little advertising in an effort to keep our cost down and pass the savings to our customers.

"Excellent service. Dominic and his team were polite, respectful and on time. They did an excellent job and left my house clean and tidy. I would absolutely recommend PW Plumbing."

Jerry X on January 2025


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PMK PLUMBING INC

10641 March Hare Dr.
5.00(
23
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PMK PLUMBING INC

10641 March Hare Dr.
5.00(
23
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
91 local quotes requested

**24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE**FOCUSING EXCLUSIVELY ON THE INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF ELECTRIC AND GAS WATER HEATERS** (currently we do NOT install or repair Tankless Water Heaters!) Check out our reviews from ANGI Leads! https://pro.homeadvisor.com/ratings/ With over 60 years experience, our mission is to be the plumber who brings back the personal touch! We're passionate about plumbing and delivering an exceptional experience. Once you meet us and see our quality work, we're confident we'll be YOUR plumber for life! When you hire us to install your new water heater, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an FREE estimate today! Thank you in advance for considering us!

"Install performed flawlessly and quickly. Plumber (Mike) bought and delivered requested brand and model & took away the old one."

Adam S on June 2025

**24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE**FOCUSING EXCLUSIVELY ON THE INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF ELECTRIC AND GAS WATER HEATERS** (currently we do NOT install or repair Tankless Water Heaters!) Check out our reviews from ANGI Leads! https://pro.homeadvisor.com/ratings/ With over 60 years experience, our mission is to be the plumber who brings back the personal touch! We're passionate about plumbing and delivering an exceptional experience. Once you meet us and see our quality work, we're confident we'll be YOUR plumber for life! When you hire us to install your new water heater, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an FREE estimate today! Thank you in advance for considering us!

"Install performed flawlessly and quickly. Plumber (Mike) bought and delivered requested brand and model & took away the old one."

Adam S on June 2025


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TriState Home Services

82A Wormans Mill Ct
4.64(
195
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TriState Home Services

82A Wormans Mill Ct
4.64(
195
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
243 local quotes requested
76 years of experience

If you are looking for a HVAC Contractor, a Plumbing Contractor, or an Electrical Contractor to provide you with great service, you've come to the right place. We provide heating services, air conditioning services, plumbing services, and electrical services to our customers in Frederick and the surrounding Counties, the Pan Handle of West Virginia, and Northern Virginia, from our offices located in Frederick MD. With 3 generations of experience in providing heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, we are dedicated to providing the best possible products and services for you, and your family.

"Great service very prompt and easy to work with."

Randy W on May 2025

If you are looking for a HVAC Contractor, a Plumbing Contractor, or an Electrical Contractor to provide you with great service, you've come to the right place. We provide heating services, air conditioning services, plumbing services, and electrical services to our customers in Frederick and the surrounding Counties, the Pan Handle of West Virginia, and Northern Virginia, from our offices located in Frederick MD. With 3 generations of experience in providing heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services, we are dedicated to providing the best possible products and services for you, and your family.

"Great service very prompt and easy to work with."

Randy W on May 2025


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Appleton Campbell

285 Alwington Blvd
4.64(
320
)
Approved Pro

Appleton Campbell

285 Alwington Blvd
4.64(
320
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
198 local quotes requested

Call today for FREE Estimates for new heating and cooling systems, water heaters, water filtration and electrical panels and whole home generators. Founded in 1976 by Jim Appleton, grandfather of current President Mike Appleton—Appleton Campbell has remained a locally owned and operated business dedicated to their customers, employees and communities. Honesty, integrity, and experience are the cornerstones on which Appleton Campbell was built and on which it continues to grow today. Committed to outstanding customer service Appleton Campbell provides: - Highly trained technicians who treat you and your home with courtesy and respect - Flat-rate pricing—the price you are quoted up front is the price you will pay—there are no surprises - Guaranteed service and customer satisfaction

"Being a MVP customer was time for Heating/Cooling safety inspections. Kevin Stanley was the HVAC Service Tech assigned to the job. He went over a few issues on our older unit he found during his inspection. I never felt pressured to have the work done and so glad he resolved them on the same day. He definitely went out of his way doing a great job. He explained everything to me that he was doing and also answering all the questions I had. The price was reasonable. Will definitely call Appleton Campbell when needing home repairs, this is our 3rd project they’ve taken care of. Thanks again"

Cindy S on May 2025

Call today for FREE Estimates for new heating and cooling systems, water heaters, water filtration and electrical panels and whole home generators. Founded in 1976 by Jim Appleton, grandfather of current President Mike Appleton—Appleton Campbell has remained a locally owned and operated business dedicated to their customers, employees and communities. Honesty, integrity, and experience are the cornerstones on which Appleton Campbell was built and on which it continues to grow today. Committed to outstanding customer service Appleton Campbell provides: - Highly trained technicians who treat you and your home with courtesy and respect - Flat-rate pricing—the price you are quoted up front is the price you will pay—there are no surprises - Guaranteed service and customer satisfaction

"Being a MVP customer was time for Heating/Cooling safety inspections. Kevin Stanley was the HVAC Service Tech assigned to the job. He went over a few issues on our older unit he found during his inspection. I never felt pressured to have the work done and so glad he resolved them on the same day. He definitely went out of his way doing a great job. He explained everything to me that he was doing and also answering all the questions I had. The price was reasonable. Will definitely call Appleton Campbell when needing home repairs, this is our 3rd project they’ve taken care of. Thanks again"

Cindy S on May 2025


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Kramer and Sons Plumbing Services Inc

8805 Cooper Rd
4.68(
659
)
Approved Pro

Kramer and Sons Plumbing Services Inc

8805 Cooper Rd
4.68(
659
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
94 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

**We have a $59 service fee on all in-person on-site estimates** Whether you are having trouble with your HVAC system or you need help tackling issues with your home’s plumbing, the team of Alexandria home services experts at Kramer & Sons can help. They are a locally owned and operated company that has been treating customers like family since 1989. Their services include the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems, as well as plumbing matters such as drain cleaning, sewer and water line repair, sump pumps, and water heaters. Reach out to their team today to get to know these highly skilled technicians and schedule your first appointment

"The plumber that cam listened to my complaint and got the pipe open. It took work but he did a great job. Would recommend this company."

Felicia D on September 2023

**We have a $59 service fee on all in-person on-site estimates** Whether you are having trouble with your HVAC system or you need help tackling issues with your home’s plumbing, the team of Alexandria home services experts at Kramer & Sons can help. They are a locally owned and operated company that has been treating customers like family since 1989. Their services include the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems, as well as plumbing matters such as drain cleaning, sewer and water line repair, sump pumps, and water heaters. Reach out to their team today to get to know these highly skilled technicians and schedule your first appointment

"The plumber that cam listened to my complaint and got the pipe open. It took work but he did a great job. Would recommend this company."

Felicia D on September 2023


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THE IRISH PLUMBER INC

4700 Eisenhower Ave
4.60(
40
)
Approved Pro

THE IRISH PLUMBER INC

4700 Eisenhower Ave
4.60(
40
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
90 local quotes requested

At The Irish Plumber, we are a local, family-owned and operated business proudly serving our neighbors across Northern Virginia. With over 15 years of experience, we are committed to providing honest and reliable plumbing and HVAC services without ever overcharging or cutting corners. From general plumbing, pipe repairs, and drain cleaning to water heater installation and comprehensive HVAC solutions, our family is here to ensure your home's systems are running perfectly.

"I called at 0730 when they opened. Kieran answered immediately and was polite and helpful. We setup the appointment for that morning, and he called back to let me know they were on the way. Steve was courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and did great work, 3 repairs in under 2 hours. They were upfront about the price... a lot, perhaps, but you get what you pay for, and I am extremely satisfied that actual an actual plumber does the plumbing, not just a handyman, and the work is guaranteed."

David T on April 2019

At The Irish Plumber, we are a local, family-owned and operated business proudly serving our neighbors across Northern Virginia. With over 15 years of experience, we are committed to providing honest and reliable plumbing and HVAC services without ever overcharging or cutting corners. From general plumbing, pipe repairs, and drain cleaning to water heater installation and comprehensive HVAC solutions, our family is here to ensure your home's systems are running perfectly.

"I called at 0730 when they opened. Kieran answered immediately and was polite and helpful. We setup the appointment for that morning, and he called back to let me know they were on the way. Steve was courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and did great work, 3 repairs in under 2 hours. They were upfront about the price... a lot, perhaps, but you get what you pay for, and I am extremely satisfied that actual an actual plumber does the plumbing, not just a handyman, and the work is guaranteed."

David T on April 2019


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Snell Heating & Air Conditioning

21660 Ridgetop Cir
4.66(
2,454
)
Approved Pro

Snell Heating & Air Conditioning

21660 Ridgetop Cir
4.66(
2,454
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
311 local quotes requested
53 years of experience

Family owned & operated. Financing available. Credit cards. All work done by experienced professionals to ensure consistent high quality. Award winning company at your service.

"DO NOT USE SNELL. When my fan in the furnace would not turn on, a Snell technician arrived and spent an hour diagnosing the problem. He said I needed to install a new blower and quoted a price of $2,100 or said I could replace the whole furnace for up to $14K. I called another company. Their technician visited for 10 minutes and said the problem was very simple - the fan's plug came undone when I changed out the filter. How could the Snell technician not notice that the fan was unplugged, or did he see it and wanted to rip me off? I called Snell, reported the issue, and they said a manager would call me back the next day - which was three days ago."

Jason F on September 2025

Family owned & operated. Financing available. Credit cards. All work done by experienced professionals to ensure consistent high quality. Award winning company at your service.

"DO NOT USE SNELL. When my fan in the furnace would not turn on, a Snell technician arrived and spent an hour diagnosing the problem. He said I needed to install a new blower and quoted a price of $2,100 or said I could replace the whole furnace for up to $14K. I called another company. Their technician visited for 10 minutes and said the problem was very simple - the fan's plug came undone when I changed out the filter. How could the Snell technician not notice that the fan was unplugged, or did he see it and wanted to rip me off? I called Snell, reported the issue, and they said a manager would call me back the next day - which was three days ago."

Jason F on September 2025


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R Plumber LLC

8020 Little River Turnpike
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro

R Plumber LLC

8020 Little River Turnpike
4.20(
5
)
Approved Pro
47 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent service"

Luis F on February 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent service"

Luis F on February 2025

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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Whether to repair or replace your water heater is determined by your water heater’s age and condition. If you have an older model reaching the end of its life expectancy or if your water heater has been having problems more frequently than usual, replacement might serve you better. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading to a tankless water heater, then you may not want to spend any further on repairing your old one, either.

The size needed for your expansion tank is determined by the size of your home's water heater. Expansion tanks are available in 2-gallon and 4.5-gallon sizes. A 2-gallon tank will be appropriate for water heaters up to 50 gallons. An adequately sized tank should have a volume that equals 2% to 5% of the water volume within the system. A plumber can evaluate your home's water pressure, water heater size, and other factors to provide suggestions for picking out the best expansion tank.

A larger heater requires a larger breaker—unless there’s one already installed. The longer answer to this question is more nuanced. Do you place demands on the heater at the same time as running other heavy-duty appliances like ovens and washing machines? Do you live in an older home that may not have considered the higher electrical demands we have now? Breakers need to be sized at 125% of the load. To find that load, you should call a local electrical pro.

Unless they are connected to the same system, boilers and water heaters will both need their own expansion tanks. The only case they wouldn’t have separate expansion tanks is if the boiler is pulling double duty and managing a heating system while also supplying hot water for a home. In which case, you may not need a hot water heater.

Depending on the brand of water heater, you may need to install an expansion tank in order to meet the conditions for warranty coverage. It’s important for consumers to read the fine print of the warranty to see if an expansion tank is necessary. Even if an expansion tank isn’t required for the warranty, it’s usually mandated by building codes—although not for tankless water heaters.

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