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Avatar for Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
4.3(
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Repair or Service+6 more

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent. Two separate teams came; one for AC and Furnace; second for Tankless hot water heater; Minor toilet repair also done at no extra charge, including a follow up service call to install new toilet flush handle, also at no charge."
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Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
292
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - Install

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fritz B. was my sales rep and he clearly knew what he was doing, including making a few minor recommendations that were in my financial interest. Easy to set up the scope of work. The grew was great, came in and did a great job, took about 6 hours. They even rerouted the exhaust flue for my hot water heater even though they did not replace the heater because the install guy Chris said "they did this dumb". Overall a great experience and I would recommend."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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DAY & NIGHT PLUMBER LLC
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called the main number and the lady I spoke with was very pleasant and easy to work with. Was looking to have a 50 gallon hot water heater installed, 2 drains snaked and a new faucet installed. She booked my appt for the next day. Zam came to the house to provide us the quote and even offered to do half the job then and come back in a few days to do the hot water heater. He was incredibly professional and did a great job on all the work. I highly recommend them and will call them again."
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Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services MD
4.2(
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had to replace a water heater quickly. Gave me a competitive quote with a water heater with desirable specs within a day and scheduled me the day after. Technician was knowledgeable and efficiently performed the work. Water heater performs just fine. Cleaned up workspace and took a few mins to walk through water heater and maintenance after."
Installing a new A/C system.
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Star Plumbing and Drain, LLC
4.5(
288
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Charged $395 to install a refrigerator water line and remove an old saddle valve. We were getting low pressure from our existing fridge line, so I called to have the line and saddle valve replaced. Saddle valves are prohibited in the 2015 International Plumbing Code [Article 605.9] (adopted by Maryland), so I asked to have the existing one cut out and replaced with copper, then install a new ball valve on an existing copper line that is already closer to the the fridge anyway. Unfortunately Akeem either didn't hear or didn't understand the instructions properly, because after removing the old saddle valve he just put another one back in. I'm not sure why he even has them in his truck to be honest, since their use has been prohibited for several years. Anyway, after explaining again what I had been expecting he took it out and put in a ball valve. The finished work was of good quality. However given the misunderstanding about the job requested, apparent lack of knowledge concerning the Plumbing Code, and what I feel was a very high price for what amounted to about an hour's labor and maybe $25 in parts, I can't say I would use this plumber again."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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John C Flood LP.
4.4(
59
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1920

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired JC Flood to fix my hot water heater. They popped over for a quick appointment and our hot water heater worked for a few days before dying again. JC Flood explained the hot water needed to be replaced. They were excellent about including proposals for replacement units. Very much appreciated!"
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Response time2 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Third Generation Ceramic Tile & Plumbing
4.7(
67
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Water Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1952

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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They were wonderful in every way.  Helpful in decisions, prompt, courteous, clean and neat in their appearance and in their work.

I felt quite comfortable having in my home.  And the job was completed within the time frame they stated.  I will definitely use them in the future if I need them.  Highly recommend them in every way.

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Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
3.9(
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - Install

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"While the issue was improved and water flowed more quickly down the tub drain, the problem was not completely solved. I was told the plumber would wear gloves and shoe covers. He did neither. Further, I went to check on him at one point in the house and he had his mask down during the COVID pandemic. It was $349 to snake the drain 25 feet (note it's $49 just to have them come out). Upon inspection of other issues in the house, they suggested I replace a toilet bowl at a parts + labor cost of $750-$950 depending on the bowl I selected. The plumber engaged in a debate about my desire to get a second opinion. In general, I found their pricing to be high and unmatched to the service."
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Response time10 hrs
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Basements, specifically those without any air conditioning, are the best location for a hybrid water heater. These rooms are less likely to experience extreme temperature fluctuations, which can affect your hybrid water heater’s efficiency and performance. Basements often have more than enough space for their tanks and proper air circulation. Hybrid water heaters can also be a bit noisy, but putting them in your basement will keep the noise away from your main living areas.

The chemicals in a water softener can wear down the anode rod in the heater and shorten its life span. However, for most people, the benefits of the softener outweigh this potential drawback.

Have a plumber inspect the anode rod annually for damage, as replacing the anode rod is far less expensive than replacing the entire water heater.

If your system is not vented properly, you could experience what’s called backdrafting. Backdrafting is when your ventilation system isn’t working as it should, and instead of releasing gases outside, they get trapped inside your home. 

Gas and propane water heaters create a few types of combustion gases, but the most dangerous is carbon monoxide. If there’s too much build-up of these gases inside your home, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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.

It’s important to find the type of water heater that fits your needs and budget. Depending on the type of water heater, size, brand, and the type of energy you use to heat the water, costs range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. Some of the most common types of water heaters include:

  • Electric: $600–3,500

  • Gas: $700–$2,700

  • Propane: $700–$2,500

  • High efficiency: $1,500–$3,000

  • Indirect: $1,200–$3,500

  • Hybrid heat pump: $1,200–$3,500

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