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Avatar for Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
Jimmy Gusky Heating & Air LLC
4.3(
374
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Repair or Service+6 more

Serving Silver Spring, 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
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
Ehrhardt Brothers Quality Plumbing, Inc
4.8(
432
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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

In business since 1992

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Vince told me outdoor spigot could be repaired and did not need to be replaced which saved me money. He also replaced a vanity faucet which I provided. He was quick, efficient and honest. The most important thing was he discovered a serious problem with the way my water heater was vented. The exhaust pipe had been cut wrong and glued together. It was ready to come apart and could have vented carbon monoxide into the basement. (We do have CO detectors but this is still scary) We had this water heater installed a couple of years ago by another well known local firm that I don't know if I can name here. It did fail inspection by Howard County 3 times after initial install. Failure was all related to the vent and probably should have never passed. Anyway, by pure luck it was discovered and fixed. Thank you Vince!!"
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+40

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fred and Son Plumbing
4.8(
67
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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

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I called Fred & Son because I had noted they were on Angie's List, as well as with another evaluation organization, and had received  very favorable recommendations.  Fred answered the phone himself (which impressed me) and advised that he would visit me between 9:00 am and 10:00 am to examine the problem. He arrived at 9:00 am, sharp. Again, I was impressed. He was friendly and attentive as I led him to the now defunct water heater.  He carefully reviewed the situation and provided me with a fair price quote.  I quickly accepted!  From the start, Fred was poised and worked with ease in my small and somewhat messy basement.  He also received an unexpected jolt when we both realized the necessary circuit breaker had been mismarked.  He took this and other inconveniences in stride and finished the job in just under 4 hours.  Fred is now my permanent plumber!  I only wish that I had the foresight to be aware of him before now . . I could easily have saved a few thousand dollars in late calls and poor workmanship.  I have contacted my sister-in-law and my 103 year old mother-in-law to share my good fortune, which is now their good fortune as well!  Based on my experience, I would heartily recommend Fred & Son to anyone seeking the resolution of a serious plumbing problem at a fair price.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
293
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallWater Heater - Install or Replace

Serving Silver Spring, 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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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Joseph plumbing & drain
4.9(
153
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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 was extremely responsive on the phone to give a quotation with a very compettive price. He arrived on time, and worked effectively to finish and do everything in a professional way. The work quality was excellent and very clean. We are realy happy with the water heater he installed."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Water Field, LLC
4.8(
133
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or Service

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My experience today was great. Mr. Lawal and apprentice were very professional and provided superior service in fixing my busted basement pipe. They took their time, performed the job with great excellence, answered all our questions, and to top it off they were extremely funny making the experience all the more wonderful. I definitely without a doubt would recommend and use again Water Field Plumbing and Drain Service for jobs in the future."
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
Markool Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.7(
18
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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceSolar Water Heater System - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install+6 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Woke up this morning to my hvac leaking and contacted Markool. I have never used them before and was in a pinch. They fit me right in this morning and were out at my house within 2 hours. The tech stepped in the door and placed covers for his shoes so he did not track in any dirt which was impressive! The tech was very professional and super friendly. Problem was diagnosed and FIXED within an hour. The price was extremely reasonable to the point I was shocked in a good way (expecting a higher price). Anyways, I will most certainly be a returning customer. Thank you Markool Heating Cooling Plumbing."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Pohlman Plumbing Inc
4.4(
42
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Tankless Water Heater - InstallTankless Water Heater - Install - For BusinessTankless Water Heater - Repair+5 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pohlman responded quickly when my water heater leaked and quickly replaced it at a competitive rate. I asked for multiple quotes and they were one of the first to respond. I appreciate the work, although I would have preferred to know which water heater was being installed before they put it in."
Finished Shower
Finished Shower
Panoramic View
Vanity
Mid-replacement

+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Water Heaters questions, answered by experts

Venting a gas water heater out of the roof is preferable in most cases. Heated exhaust gases naturally rise, so a vertical vent pipe is efficient. If you’re trying to vent through a pipe exiting a wall, the angle of the pipe may be more horizontal than vertical, making the venting system less effective. If you go through a wall, you may need to add a fan to ensure a successful expulsion of the gases outdoors.

When the water expands in a hot water heater, it puts pressure on your hot water pipes and can cause leaks or a rupture in the hot water tank under certain conditions. Pipes or water heaters may split due to the pressure where there is a backflow preventer that prevents the hot water heater from diffusing pressure by releasing water back to the public water line.

In these scenarios, a hot water heater expansion tank provides a place for the hot water heater to relieve pressure and prevent bursts and leaks.

Gas water heaters last between eight and 12 years on average. You can help them reach their maximum lifespan with regular cleanings, maintenance, and professional checkups, though don’t hesitate to swing for a full replacement if the total cost of repairs is greater than that of purchasing and installing a new unit. 

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.

There are many issues that can cause cold showers, but the most likely is a problem with your water heater, especially if other fixtures also don’t get hot water. If it’s just your shower not getting hot water, you likely have a broken or damaged shower cartridge. You can replace this yourself or hire a plumber to do the work for you if you’re not comfortable working with plumbing.

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