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Avatar for Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
4.8(
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+1 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Everything went great. The old hot water heater was removed and then the new hot water heater was installed where I requested it to be with all of the plumbing done in a neat professional manner. It was a pleasure working with Bamford plumbing and I have been very happy with the work they have done. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
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Tankless
Power Vent
Gas and Electric
Tree roots giving you problems with your drains? Have us come out today and try a Rootx root treatment !

+2

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
4.3(
374
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Repair or Service - For Business+6 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"When I used Jimmy Gusky's plumbing services 3 years ago, I was as pleased then as I am with this current job. He and his employees provide reliable service in a timely and professional manner. Hats off to James "The Plumber" and his assistant who performed my repairs."
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Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
4.8(
432
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Saved by Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing (a.k.a ColumbiaPlumber)! (West of Baltimore) Our gas water-heater failed! It’s 30° outside! (Mar 2026). It was leaking, so we shut off the gas, the pilot, and the water inlet, to lessen damage if it burst. Ehrhardt offered a price based on our descriptions and photos, of course with caveats for anything unexpected. A water-heater costs a pretty-penny, but less than we expected. A fair price. They came the next morning, and had the water heater replaced in 90min. Impressive. But the manufacturer sent a unit with a bad pilot! Ehrhardt returned immediately and in 30min, they figured it out. They had a replacement part over-nighted. The next morning, in 30min, done. Hot water. AAAAAHHH :-) The problem was the manufacturer’s fault, and Ehrhardt handled it flawlessly: Excellent communication by Ehrhardt, priority attention to our problem, no excuses, just fast resolution. Great service staff. Perfect!"
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+40

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fred and Son Plumbing
4.8(
68
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"On a Friday night I did a wash and when the washing machine drained the downstairs toilet started overflowing. I stopped the wash and shut down the water to the toilet...and immediately went to Angie's to make a list for the next morning. I made calls to many available plumbers the next morning....most went to voice-mail. Fred answered his phone, and even though on a job told me he could come by around 3PM.....at 3pm he arrived with his helper. He explained to us exactly what he needed to do.....we were not surprised as we had this done before....he had to remove the toilet, rather than put the heavy snaking machine on our steep roof. We agreed. He did the work...checked to make sure everything was working and flowing..and replaced the toilet perfectly. He gave us advice as to how to prevent this from happening again. He was kind and sympathetic, knowledgable, thorough, and FAIR. Thank you FRED and Son!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
293
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Since I can do electrical and carpentry, I handled some of the work myself. GAC suggested what needed to be done, and reduced their price accordingly for the work I did. The rest was done professionally and effectively, and I have a good heating and cooling system now."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Pipeworks Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Pipeworks Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.8(
622
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Water Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Instead of listing all the things they did right I'll summarize by saying it was worth every penny! Water heater broke in the middle of the night. I called first thing in the morning. They brought a new water heater and had it fully installed by 6:00 p.m. WORTH EVERY PENNY!"
Lennox 14ACX (Photo 1)
Lennox XC16
Trane Heat Pump 5
Its the details that count
Lennox 14ACX (Photo 2)

+66

Response time2 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Joseph plumbing & drain
4.9(
154
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For Business+6 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kap did a great job all around. I originally had him come out to assess why the water heater wasn't working (no hot water). He determined that the unit (15 years old) needed to be replaced. He also pointed out that the system is not up to code and some extra work would be required. I asked if he would be able to do the new install and asked if he could do it sooner than later, as cold showers for days (even one more) would not be fun. He ended up coming back out same day - about 6pm - with all parts and the new unit. He stayed until 11pm! to get the job done. Kap is fantastic. He's knowledgeable, professional, and very nice person. Highly recommend."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Field, LLC
4.8(
133
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He was a little late, but it was Christmas eve and he kept in constant contact with me about his ETA. He installed a SMART electric water heater for me and the install went wonderfully. He was in and out in about 2-3 hours."
Internal Excavation
Sewer line extention
Gas water heater
Gas water heater
Sewer line replacement

+4

Response time20 mins
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Supreme Service Today
4.4(
476
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Water Heater - Repair or ServiceTankless Water Heater - Repair

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were up front with what is wrong. Provided explanation of the quote. Asked permission to get access to places. They explain the reasoning for the cost and the risks if ignored. Pricing was fair. Went above an beyond to solve the water heater issue we had. Even calling in an electrician to help with a fix. They were on-time to early on their scheduled appointments. Excellent customer service."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

While not all homes require a hot water heater expansion tank, they are necessary in most newer homes and are often mandated by local building codes. Codes typically require an expansion tank if your plumbing system is a 'closed-loop' system, which often includes a backflow preventer or pressure regulator on the main water line. Some municipalities have specific requirements. Installing an expansion tank on a closed system is crucial, as it prevents excess pressure that can damage your water heater and other appliances, potentially shortening their lifespan. However, tankless water heaters do not require an expansion tank.

The time it takes to install or replace a water heater depends on the type of heater and the complexity of the job. A professional can typically replace a standard tank-style water heater in one to three hours. However, if the work area is tight, such as a small closet or crawl space, the job could take four to five hours. Replacing an existing tankless unit takes about two to three hours, while upgrading from a tank-style to a tankless water heater is more complex and can take four to six hours. The project will take longer if you are switching fuel sources, such as installing a gas heater which can add about an hour to the timeline, or if the unit needs to be relocated.

No, you’ll need to drain the tank before changing a water heater element, as the water heater element sticks through the side of the tank and uses a gasket to prevent water from pouring out. However, you don’t always need to drain it completely. If you’re only replacing the upper heating element, you can drain the tank until the water line is below the element. If you’re replacing the lower element, you’ll need to drain the whole thing.

Typically, only a high-efficiency water heater with an inducer fan can be vented outside the house. Otherwise, your water heater needs to be installed on the inside and vented through the roof. However, certain areas may allow a standard-efficiency water heater to be vented outside. Check your local building codes to be sure.

On average, a tankless water heater should last between 10 and 15 years. Its lifespan will be affected by how much it's used, the effect of weather where your home is on the unit—colder is harsher and will shorten lifespan—and if the heater is maintained appropriately and regularly. There are many signs your water heater needs to be replaced, so pay attention to anything that changes with your heater or hot water.

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