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Avatar for Dave the Plumber, LLC
Dave the Plumber, LLC
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearWater Heater - Install or Replace+5 more

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Dave The Plumber was awesome. They replaced and upgraded my water heater with ease and no mess. I found the price the be very reasonable, too. They were very polite with great communication. I knew what was going on every step. I definitely recommend their services!"
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+11

Response time6 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Trim-Tek Plumbing
4.1(
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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceSewer Main - Install, Replace or RepairWater Heater - Repair or Service+22 more

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin and Eli installed a new hot water heater for us. They did an outstanding job, very efficient and professional. They are a great business to work with. If you need any plumbing work done, please contact Austin you will not be disappointed. I highly recommend this business!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

You can drain a hot water heater yourself as long as you take some safety precautions. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the unit before starting, let the water in the tank cool down for a few hours, and wear safety equipment to protect yourself, including heavy-duty rubber gloves and safety goggles.

Boiling water helps unclog a drain, but usually only with a harder abrasive such as baking soda or vinegar. On its own, it isn’t the most effective tool. In addition, you shouldn’t use boiling water if you have PVC pipes, as it can soften or melt them. Use a plunger or enlist the help of a pro if you have plastic pipes.

How much it will cost to install an earthquake shut-off valve depends on who’s doing the installation. The price of the earthquake shut-off valve itself can cost between $250 and $750, and you’ll pay between $150 and $200 for labor if you hire a licensed plumbing contractor. If you install the valve yourself, you’ll save on labor, but you might need to spend $50 to $300 on the right tools for the job (and it’s a complex job that we don’t recommend DIYing).

The P-trap (or S-trap in older homes) under your shower is designed to prevent sewer gas from coming back up, so you shouldn’t normally experience foul odors coming from your shower drain. If you do, the vent stack that introduces air into your plumbing system may be clogged, or you may have a more severe sewer main blockage. In either case, hire a plumber to fix the issue for you.

If your bathtub won’t drain, it’s usually due to a clog. You can try to remove any visible debris by hand. For debris stuck in the trap below the drain, a drain snake is your best bet. Keep in mind that chemical drain cleaners can be very effective for hair clogs, but they’re corrosive and can damage your pipes. Use with caution. 

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