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Len The Plumber, LLC.

4.39(
1,170
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Len The Plumber, LLC.

4.39(
1,170
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
29 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Central Maryland. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Cecil County, Harford County, and Howard County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"Our first encounter with Len the Plumber for gas boiler repairs went well and lead us to purchase a service contract with them for the 15% discount. However once we needed actual plumbing services and after they provided their "free" HVAC annual inspection it all went downhill rapidly. As others have noted the %15 discount is a concept they don't really honor. We were charged $1100 for less than 30 minutes of work for a repair that only required one cut and a simple joint (We had already removed the drywall and trim for access) and about $30 in parts (which by the way good luck getting an itemized bill from these people). On the HVAC side they broke what was a perfectly functioning 4 yr old AC HVAC and then wanted to charge $1200 to figure out how they broke it plus whatever parts they dreamed up needed replacing. They tried to claim the capacitor was bad. BTW - they brute force discharge the capacitors on units as part of their "maintenance check", something they should never do. We had BGE come out since their info was on the installation tag on the air handler and they diagnosed the issue in less than 30 minutes finding the thermostat had been burned up by mis-handling by the Len tech. They also said they never brutalize the capacitors the ways these guys do unless there is already a suspected issue with it. That's because the capacitor could be damaged by the way they handle it at Len the Plumber. So the "free" annual HVAC check cost me 3 days of discomfort and $250. Len refuses to admit wrong doing and will not reimburse us. They got $5000 in fees from us in less than a year so they don't care if we leave because they know another sucker is just around the corner waiting to be taken. These guys should lose their license given their business practices. Stay away from them at all costs."

M F on July 2025

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Central Maryland. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Cecil County, Harford County, and Howard County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"Our first encounter with Len the Plumber for gas boiler repairs went well and lead us to purchase a service contract with them for the 15% discount. However once we needed actual plumbing services and after they provided their "free" HVAC annual inspection it all went downhill rapidly. As others have noted the %15 discount is a concept they don't really honor. We were charged $1100 for less than 30 minutes of work for a repair that only required one cut and a simple joint (We had already removed the drywall and trim for access) and about $30 in parts (which by the way good luck getting an itemized bill from these people). On the HVAC side they broke what was a perfectly functioning 4 yr old AC HVAC and then wanted to charge $1200 to figure out how they broke it plus whatever parts they dreamed up needed replacing. They tried to claim the capacitor was bad. BTW - they brute force discharge the capacitors on units as part of their "maintenance check", something they should never do. We had BGE come out since their info was on the installation tag on the air handler and they diagnosed the issue in less than 30 minutes finding the thermostat had been burned up by mis-handling by the Len tech. They also said they never brutalize the capacitors the ways these guys do unless there is already a suspected issue with it. That's because the capacitor could be damaged by the way they handle it at Len the Plumber. So the "free" annual HVAC check cost me 3 days of discomfort and $250. Len refuses to admit wrong doing and will not reimburse us. They got $5000 in fees from us in less than a year so they don't care if we leave because they know another sucker is just around the corner waiting to be taken. These guys should lose their license given their business practices. Stay away from them at all costs."

M F on July 2025


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Atlantic Blue Water Services

5.00(
4
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Atlantic Blue Water Services

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
109 local quotes requested

Averaging a 4.8-star rating across all review platforms, client satisfaction is our #1 priority! Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks - Well Drilling - Drinking Systems - Reverse Osmosis - Residential & Commercial

Averaging a 4.8-star rating across all review platforms, client satisfaction is our #1 priority! Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks - Well Drilling - Drinking Systems - Reverse Osmosis - Residential & Commercial


Able Well & Pump Service

4.46(
151
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Able Well & Pump Service

4.46(
151
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Customers say: Quality work
53 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

About Us: We are locally owned/operated professionals providing dependable service. Able Well & Pump Service (AWPS) (formerly Artesian Well & Pump Service) has A Cell Number Also At 410 458 7171

"Able Well helped me perform a chemical treatment of my home well after it failed a bacteria test. They also replaced and rewired the well cap. They were knowledgeable about the system and taught me a lot of great info about my home system. The reason for 1-star is the complete lack of punctuality. They were 5 hours late on the first day and 4 hours late on the second date. No one ever reached out to me to let me know they would be late or communicated a need to change the time of the appointment. For how expensive the service was, I would expect better communication and ability to keep an appointment. I'd recommend shocking your well yourself, it isn't hard, and spending almost 10 hours waiting on arrival was a hard way to spend my day."

Colleen W on June 2025

About Us: We are locally owned/operated professionals providing dependable service. Able Well & Pump Service (AWPS) (formerly Artesian Well & Pump Service) has A Cell Number Also At 410 458 7171

"Able Well helped me perform a chemical treatment of my home well after it failed a bacteria test. They also replaced and rewired the well cap. They were knowledgeable about the system and taught me a lot of great info about my home system. The reason for 1-star is the complete lack of punctuality. They were 5 hours late on the first day and 4 hours late on the second date. No one ever reached out to me to let me know they would be late or communicated a need to change the time of the appointment. For how expensive the service was, I would expect better communication and ability to keep an appointment. I'd recommend shocking your well yourself, it isn't hard, and spending almost 10 hours waiting on arrival was a hard way to spend my day."

Colleen W on June 2025


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Atlantic Blue Water Services

4.88(
4
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Atlantic Blue Water Services

4.88(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
293 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Averaging a 4.8-star rating across all review platforms, client satisfaction is our #1 priority! Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks

"Very punctual and upfront - came and left was very pleased"

Sean G on November 2024

Averaging a 4.8-star rating across all review platforms, client satisfaction is our #1 priority! Atlantic Blue Water Services provides the highest quality and most specialized home water treatment systems in today's market. We are 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. Don't settle for anything less than the best for your home or business. Experience the difference with Atlantic Blue Water Services. Contact us now for a free, no-obligation water test and discover why we are the preferred choice for clean water solutions in Maryland. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you toward the best water solution for your home or business. We invite you to trust us with your water needs! Water Testing - Water Treatment - Water Softening - Well Water - City Water - Well Pumps - Tanks

"Very punctual and upfront - came and left was very pleased"

Sean G on November 2024


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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing

4.75(
1,971
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Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing

4.75(
1,971
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
745 local quotes requested

Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!

"They charged $98 to come give me an estimate for swapping our a shower valve cartridge, which was fine, but the pricing they provided was completely unreasonable, $1,000. They were unwilling to provide any detail for the price. I ended up buy the part myself for $30 and replaced it in 30 minutes."

Tom A on October 2024

Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!

"They charged $98 to come give me an estimate for swapping our a shower valve cartridge, which was fine, but the pricing they provided was completely unreasonable, $1,000. They were unwilling to provide any detail for the price. I ended up buy the part myself for $30 and replaced it in 30 minutes."

Tom A on October 2024


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Carroll Water Systems, Inc.

5.00(
4
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Carroll Water Systems, Inc.

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
21 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Carroll Water Systems, Inc. has been serving your communities since 1983. We offer great customer service and superior workmanship. We install and service commercial and residential water treatment & purification systems, well pumps, water heaters, and pressure tanks. We also trench water lines, drill wells, and offer emergency service 24/7. Please call today for your free estimate.

"The plumber was very informative and offered me money saving options."

Franzine J on July 2013

Carroll Water Systems, Inc. has been serving your communities since 1983. We offer great customer service and superior workmanship. We install and service commercial and residential water treatment & purification systems, well pumps, water heaters, and pressure tanks. We also trench water lines, drill wells, and offer emergency service 24/7. Please call today for your free estimate.

"The plumber was very informative and offered me money saving options."

Franzine J on July 2013


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Abbott's Plumbing

5.00(
11
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Abbott's Plumbing

5.00(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

Abbotts plumbing, your trusted plumbing experts since 1997. With a dedication to superior customer service and as a second-generation plumbing company, we take pride in our workmanship, specializing in well pump and well tank replacement or repairs, sump pump, sewage pump, water treatment solutions for both city and well systems, and water heater repair and water heater replacement services. We also offer garbage disposal service, main water line, sewer line repair. No job too small we also handle toilet repair, faucet repair, drain cleaning and leak detection. When you choose us, you're choosing excellence service, quality parts and peace of mind.

"The guys were courteous and professional. The faucet works great."

Tere H on August 2025

Abbotts plumbing, your trusted plumbing experts since 1997. With a dedication to superior customer service and as a second-generation plumbing company, we take pride in our workmanship, specializing in well pump and well tank replacement or repairs, sump pump, sewage pump, water treatment solutions for both city and well systems, and water heater repair and water heater replacement services. We also offer garbage disposal service, main water line, sewer line repair. No job too small we also handle toilet repair, faucet repair, drain cleaning and leak detection. When you choose us, you're choosing excellence service, quality parts and peace of mind.

"The guys were courteous and professional. The faucet works great."

Tere H on August 2025


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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.36(
597
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.36(
597
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
338 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"Roto Rooter did an awesome job replacing my main line. They worked all day and night to get the job done. Quality work at a great price. Again a huge thank you to Roland, Brandon, Wayne, Umasis, Dillion, Cliff, Damon, and Thomas. Awesome job ! Tight spot and a deep trench. Happy Holidays ! Hope you get some rest."

Francis B on December 2025

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"Roto Rooter did an awesome job replacing my main line. They worked all day and night to get the job done. Quality work at a great price. Again a huge thank you to Roland, Brandon, Wayne, Umasis, Dillion, Cliff, Damon, and Thomas. Awesome job ! Tight spot and a deep trench. Happy Holidays ! Hope you get some rest."

Francis B on December 2025


Baylys Inc

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Baylys Inc

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Providing portable toilet rentals for special events and construction sites, full septic service and roll off dumpster rentals for over 25 years.

Providing portable toilet rentals for special events and construction sites, full septic service and roll off dumpster rentals for over 25 years.


"everything was satisfaction. replaced the shower set for me. The technician was very professional. He cleaned up after and my family was satisfied. The Customer Service and the work was satisfaction."

Kenny B on May 2022

We offer quality service at an affordable & fair price. Contact us today about an estimate! *Estimate subject to fee ($60) which may go towards the final total of task completion*

"everything was satisfaction. replaced the shower set for me. The technician was very professional. He cleaned up after and my family was satisfied. The Customer Service and the work was satisfaction."

Kenny B on May 2022

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

There are many potential causes of low well water pressure. The most common include sediment buildup, leaking pipes, a failing well pump, or a cracked pressure tank. 

Rainwater doesn't have a direct impact on the amount of water in your well. Instead, the majority of rain runs off into other bodies of water such as streams, rivers, and lakes. These bodies of water may sometimes function as the area’s reservoir and create aquifers, which then help to replenish your well.

While homeowners connected to a municipal sewer line still have to keep up with plumbing maintenance, the downside to a septic system is that all the maintenance falls on the homeowners. Not calling in a pro to pump the tank every few years or accidentally flushing or draining the wrong types of materials can quickly cause clogs, which can back up into drains around the home.

You can put yogurt in your septic tank, but it will not increase the bacteria in your septic tank. In other words, it won't harm your tank, but it won't get rid of a septic smell or boost the performance of your septic system. While yogurt contains helpful bacteria, you would need to buy an extraordinary amount of yogurt to make any difference. Adding yogurt is not a helpful or cost-effective strategy.

Common problems include low water pressure, no water, and strange noises. Regular maintenance prevents many issues.

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