The work was highly expert and professional, the plumber — Chad Brunner — courteous, and the service altogether first-rate. It Included a free checkup of the water heater. Couldn’t have been better!

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- Tamara A.
Dean was very nice, I'd been getting lower and lower water pressure, and he fixed it quickly by changing my water filter. I'm new to running a household, so he also showed me how to change the filter myself next time, talked to me about replacing the o-ring in the near future, and answered a...
- Joe H.
I would definitely recommend American Water Conditioning for the servicing of water softeners. We moved to Texas in early September only to find out after moving in that a whole house water softener was installed in the garage. I have never owned one before and knew nothing about them. I...
- Daniel P.
We had a leak in our basement that we thought was from water seepage after heavy snow and rain. Zeeker came out for a free consultation and was punctual, friendly and unbelievably helpful. While the water seepage was not from the floor (but from the HVAC condensation pump), he pointed out...
- Jon B.
We noticed a water spot on the ceiling of the family room....growing larger. I looked up Dynamic on Angie's List, rang them, and within 15 minutes Doug showed up. He quickly analyzed the problem, cut some holes in the ceiling, spotted the leaks, and replaced two intake water lines to the...
- Kenneth C.
Tom from Bowman's came out to give us an estimate on installing an external tap. He was clearly very experience, quite friendly, and told me everything he would do ahead of time, as well as giving advice on some other matters. We had him out to install the tap about a month later. He did it...
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Home Service Pros
Home Service Pros
Home Service Pros is your trusted partner in Northern Virginia for comprehensive plumbing and electrical services. We handle everything from small leaks and burst pipes to sewer repairs, drain cleaning, sewer backups, sewer inspection and replacement, and main water line repairs. Our skilled electricians are also ready to assist with installations and repairs, ensuring your home is safe and efficient. We proudly serve the following cities in Northern Virginia: - Alexandria - Arlington - Fairfax - Falls Church - Manassas - Manassas Park - Loudoun County - Prince William County - Stafford County - and other surrounding areas. At Home Service Pros, we believe in transparent pricing—**we do not charge credit card fees or service call fees**. Plus, we offer free estimates and second opinions, so you can make informed decisions without any pressure. Trust us to provide you with reliable, professional service for all your plumbing and electrical needs throughout Northern Virginia and parts of Maryland. Angie's list clients were receive 5% off. I mentioning this ad. Call us today 703-997-3444
"Home Service Pros were on-time and provided an excellent price and advice on how to best proceed with the project. Great technical knowledge and totally honest and transparent. Will definitely recommend and use them again."
Kevin M on September 2025
Home Service Pros is your trusted partner in Northern Virginia for comprehensive plumbing and electrical services. We handle everything from small leaks and burst pipes to sewer repairs, drain cleaning, sewer backups, sewer inspection and replacement, and main water line repairs. Our skilled electricians are also ready to assist with installations and repairs, ensuring your home is safe and efficient. We proudly serve the following cities in Northern Virginia: - Alexandria - Arlington - Fairfax - Falls Church - Manassas - Manassas Park - Loudoun County - Prince William County - Stafford County - and other surrounding areas. At Home Service Pros, we believe in transparent pricing—**we do not charge credit card fees or service call fees**. Plus, we offer free estimates and second opinions, so you can make informed decisions without any pressure. Trust us to provide you with reliable, professional service for all your plumbing and electrical needs throughout Northern Virginia and parts of Maryland. Angie's list clients were receive 5% off. I mentioning this ad. Call us today 703-997-3444
"Home Service Pros were on-time and provided an excellent price and advice on how to best proceed with the project. Great technical knowledge and totally honest and transparent. Will definitely recommend and use them again."
Kevin M on September 2025

Appleton Campbell
Appleton Campbell
Call today for FREE Estimates for new heating and cooling systems, water heaters, water filtration and electrical panels and whole home generators. Founded in 1976 by Jim Appleton, grandfather of current President Mike Appleton—Appleton Campbell has remained a locally owned and operated business dedicated to their customers, employees and communities. Honesty, integrity, and experience are the cornerstones on which Appleton Campbell was built and on which it continues to grow today. Committed to outstanding customer service Appleton Campbell provides: - Highly trained technicians who treat you and your home with courtesy and respect - Flat-rate pricing—the price you are quoted up front is the price you will pay—there are no surprises - Guaranteed service and customer satisfaction
"Being a MVP customer was time for Heating/Cooling safety inspections. Kevin Stanley was the HVAC Service Tech assigned to the job. He went over a few issues on our older unit he found during his inspection. I never felt pressured to have the work done and so glad he resolved them on the same day. He definitely went out of his way doing a great job. He explained everything to me that he was doing and also answering all the questions I had. The price was reasonable. Will definitely call Appleton Campbell when needing home repairs, this is our 3rd project they’ve taken care of. Thanks again"
Cindy S on May 2025
Call today for FREE Estimates for new heating and cooling systems, water heaters, water filtration and electrical panels and whole home generators. Founded in 1976 by Jim Appleton, grandfather of current President Mike Appleton—Appleton Campbell has remained a locally owned and operated business dedicated to their customers, employees and communities. Honesty, integrity, and experience are the cornerstones on which Appleton Campbell was built and on which it continues to grow today. Committed to outstanding customer service Appleton Campbell provides: - Highly trained technicians who treat you and your home with courtesy and respect - Flat-rate pricing—the price you are quoted up front is the price you will pay—there are no surprises - Guaranteed service and customer satisfaction
"Being a MVP customer was time for Heating/Cooling safety inspections. Kevin Stanley was the HVAC Service Tech assigned to the job. He went over a few issues on our older unit he found during his inspection. I never felt pressured to have the work done and so glad he resolved them on the same day. He definitely went out of his way doing a great job. He explained everything to me that he was doing and also answering all the questions I had. The price was reasonable. Will definitely call Appleton Campbell when needing home repairs, this is our 3rd project they’ve taken care of. Thanks again"
Cindy S on May 2025

Len The Plumber, LLC.
Len The Plumber, LLC.
Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Northern Virginia. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Fredericksburg City, Loudon County, Manassas City, Prince William County, and Stafford 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!
"They will NOT stop calling and messaging even after you tell them you no longer need the Services"
Ramon E on September 2025
Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Northern Virginia. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Fredericksburg City, Loudon County, Manassas City, Prince William County, and Stafford 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!
"They will NOT stop calling and messaging even after you tell them you no longer need the Services"
Ramon E on September 2025

R Plumber LLC
R Plumber LLC
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Excellent service"
Luis F on February 2025
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Excellent service"
Luis F on February 2025

Beacon Home Services
Beacon Home Services
When you have an electrical or plumbing issue, you want it solved quickly for the safety and comfort of you and your family. Our technicians genuinely care about our customers, which is one of the reasons why we have been a trusted electrical and plumbing services company in the area for the past 20+ years. Our technicians have well stocked trucks and are able to do most repairs the same day. We offer 5-star service, same-day services, upfront pricing, as well as various financing options. Our technicians are highly trained and confident in their skills and ability to handle any electrical and plumbing issue in your home and stand behind all our recommended repairs.
"Don’t use the plumbing! Called to have Kohler toilet tank plunger repaired. Whole installation is $20. Labor is an hour at $80 so the price is $150, at most. No, they charged $450–BS! These guys are a scam. No prices and I told them to have the repair person call me before arriving. No call, no prices. And, then the repair person has the stones to tell me that everyone overcharges!! Let’s start with not using Beacon!!!"
Joseph B on June 2025
When you have an electrical or plumbing issue, you want it solved quickly for the safety and comfort of you and your family. Our technicians genuinely care about our customers, which is one of the reasons why we have been a trusted electrical and plumbing services company in the area for the past 20+ years. Our technicians have well stocked trucks and are able to do most repairs the same day. We offer 5-star service, same-day services, upfront pricing, as well as various financing options. Our technicians are highly trained and confident in their skills and ability to handle any electrical and plumbing issue in your home and stand behind all our recommended repairs.
"Don’t use the plumbing! Called to have Kohler toilet tank plunger repaired. Whole installation is $20. Labor is an hour at $80 so the price is $150, at most. No, they charged $450–BS! These guys are a scam. No prices and I told them to have the repair person call me before arriving. No call, no prices. And, then the repair person has the stones to tell me that everyone overcharges!! Let’s start with not using Beacon!!!"
Joseph B on June 2025

Done Rite Services
Done Rite Services
Welcome to Done Rite Services LLC! We believe there is a deal for everyone! We honor our heroes with discounts specific to them. Our veterans, active-duty military, teachers, first responders, and health care workers go the extra mile every day to keep us all safe, and we thank you! We've also made available season deals for everyone to ensure every customer can trust us to help maintain a safe and worry-free home without breaking their bank! We believe all customers deserve the best service, done right. We have over 20 years of experience in the industry and have had the honor of servicing over 40 counties in Central and Northern Virginia. Our locally owned and operated company offers plumbing services in Stafford, Manassas, Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding communities, including Prince William and Fairfax County. With every customer, we strive to provide exceptional service and are committed to exceeding all expectations. Our company aims to be honest, knowledgeable, reliable, and trustworthy. We understand that choosing the right plumbers for the job can be complicated and sometimes frustrating, that's why we ensure our communication is clear and transparent. We offer free estimates with flat-rate pricing upfront. We believe every customer needs to have that feeling of comfortability and trust in the service professional they hire. We are licensed, bonded, and insured for all of our customers' safety. All service is covered by our one-year workmanship warranty. Whether you are in need of help with a leaky toilet, damaged piping, new plumbing installation, or clogged drain, you can count on us to get the job done right! "When you want the job done right, call Done Rite!"
"as expected"
Dennis D on January 2025
Welcome to Done Rite Services LLC! We believe there is a deal for everyone! We honor our heroes with discounts specific to them. Our veterans, active-duty military, teachers, first responders, and health care workers go the extra mile every day to keep us all safe, and we thank you! We've also made available season deals for everyone to ensure every customer can trust us to help maintain a safe and worry-free home without breaking their bank! We believe all customers deserve the best service, done right. We have over 20 years of experience in the industry and have had the honor of servicing over 40 counties in Central and Northern Virginia. Our locally owned and operated company offers plumbing services in Stafford, Manassas, Fredericksburg, VA and surrounding communities, including Prince William and Fairfax County. With every customer, we strive to provide exceptional service and are committed to exceeding all expectations. Our company aims to be honest, knowledgeable, reliable, and trustworthy. We understand that choosing the right plumbers for the job can be complicated and sometimes frustrating, that's why we ensure our communication is clear and transparent. We offer free estimates with flat-rate pricing upfront. We believe every customer needs to have that feeling of comfortability and trust in the service professional they hire. We are licensed, bonded, and insured for all of our customers' safety. All service is covered by our one-year workmanship warranty. Whether you are in need of help with a leaky toilet, damaged piping, new plumbing installation, or clogged drain, you can count on us to get the job done right! "When you want the job done right, call Done Rite!"
"as expected"
Dennis D on January 2025

OHA HVAC, Plumbing, Roofing, Chimney
OHA HVAC, Plumbing, Roofing, Chimney
OHA HVA, Plumbing, Chimney & Fireplaces brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your Home projects. We have over 25 years of experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise, and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards, and top-quality workmanship. References available upon request. Give us a call today!
"It went well and was quick, but expensive"
Brian N on August 2025
OHA HVA, Plumbing, Chimney & Fireplaces brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your Home projects. We have over 25 years of experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise, and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards, and top-quality workmanship. References available upon request. Give us a call today!
"It went well and was quick, but expensive"
Brian N on August 2025

WaterBoy LLC
WaterBoy LLC
DBA WaterBoy LLC. Roy Dixon Jr. is the owner, operator, founder and visionary of the company he started over 18 years ago. Roy came from Stafford, VA where he began his career as a certified water specialist, solving thousands of water problems for both residential and commercial clients.
"Work was done efficiently and on schedule."
Rusty J on March 2025
DBA WaterBoy LLC. Roy Dixon Jr. is the owner, operator, founder and visionary of the company he started over 18 years ago. Roy came from Stafford, VA where he began his career as a certified water specialist, solving thousands of water problems for both residential and commercial clients.
"Work was done efficiently and on schedule."
Rusty J on March 2025

Douglas & Son Services
Douglas & Son Services
Douglas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, a Maryland limited liability company, trading as Douglas & Son Services (hereinafter referred to as “Douglas & Son Services”) specializes in, but is not limited to, providing residential and light commercial plumbing, gas, heating and air conditioning services in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia
"They are very informed about systems throughout the house and are active educators for their clients for MAINTENANCE and saving money! The family owned business is impressive, as their son is ALREADY a JOURNEYMAN in both plumbing and I believe soon to be HVAC expert as well. They are serious about their knowledge and offerings. - Erin Fussell"
Erin L on January 2025
Douglas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, a Maryland limited liability company, trading as Douglas & Son Services (hereinafter referred to as “Douglas & Son Services”) specializes in, but is not limited to, providing residential and light commercial plumbing, gas, heating and air conditioning services in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia
"They are very informed about systems throughout the house and are active educators for their clients for MAINTENANCE and saving money! The family owned business is impressive, as their son is ALREADY a JOURNEYMAN in both plumbing and I believe soon to be HVAC expert as well. They are serious about their knowledge and offerings. - Erin Fussell"
Erin L on January 2025
Outlook plumbing &drain cleaning LLC
Outlook plumbing &drain cleaning LLC
We promise accurate quotes that don’t change, and offer an on time service guarantee, with exceptional communication. Our company is committed to being as environmentally friendly as possible by utilizing multiple donation and recycling centers.
"Everything went very smoothly. Sam, the plumber, and is highly professional and knowledgeable. He replaced 3 faucets, 2 sink plugs, two valves, and two supply lines. Sam inspected the p traps, and he added adhesive where it was necessary. Sam also took a look at my two year old hot water heater, and he assessed my water supply to this unit. We discussed performing a complete drain, and check of the components of the heater at a later date. Sam also advised me that a toilet in the basement should be replaced with a more updated commode. We rarely use this toilet, but it's 35 years old. I felt comfortable speaking with Sam. I did not sense he was doing a sales pitch."
Dorothy G on April 2025
We promise accurate quotes that don’t change, and offer an on time service guarantee, with exceptional communication. Our company is committed to being as environmentally friendly as possible by utilizing multiple donation and recycling centers.
"Everything went very smoothly. Sam, the plumber, and is highly professional and knowledgeable. He replaced 3 faucets, 2 sink plugs, two valves, and two supply lines. Sam inspected the p traps, and he added adhesive where it was necessary. Sam also took a look at my two year old hot water heater, and he assessed my water supply to this unit. We discussed performing a complete drain, and check of the components of the heater at a later date. Sam also advised me that a toilet in the basement should be replaced with a more updated commode. We rarely use this toilet, but it's 35 years old. I felt comfortable speaking with Sam. I did not sense he was doing a sales pitch."
Dorothy G on April 2025
FAQs for water softener service projects in Sterling, VA
The license requirements for water softener installation depend on your location. Some municipalities require that the installer hold a plumbing license, some require a permit and an inspection, but no license for the installer, and some require a permit and a license for the installer. Regardless of the local laws in your area, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed plumber or installer. These pros will install your system properly and have the experience to size the system appropriately. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to check your installer’s license status.
Water softeners are worth the money if you live in an area with hard water. Hard water is safe to drink, but it poses serious threats to your plumbing system. The minerals in hard water will gradually build up on the inside walls of your pipes, reducing water flow to your fixtures. The minerals can also gradually corrode your plumbing system, reduce its lifespan, and increase the risk of leaks. Hard water also makes soap and detergent less effective. Water softener systems can solve all these issues, making them a great investment.
It’s possible to install a water softener yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Water softeners require working with copper pipes and electrical wiring, neither are suitable tasks for most DIYers. Plus, working with water and electricity together is dangerous and could pose a risk to your safety. Water softeners also need to be calibrated so that they don’t make your water too soft, as soft water poses just as many risks as hard water. Overall, it’s well worth hiring a local water softener installer to place your water softener system.
The cost to install a water softener system is $1,500 on average, ranging between $200 and $6,000. The labor for water softener work typically costs between $150 and $1,000, so you can add that to your equipment costs to get an accurate total. Your price will depend on many factors, including the following:
System capacity
Home size
Water hardness levels
Type of water softener
Presence of electricity in the installation area
Local permit costs
Your water softener size is based on your total household water consumption. In most cases, you can assume the average household member will use around 75 gallons per day. Multiply that by the number of people in your home, then multiply by 10 (for the typical grains per gallon). You’ll get a number in grains that should help roughly size your water softener. However, it’s best to hire a professional to install your system and use more exact numbers, like your exact average water consumption per day and starting water hardness.
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