Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Maryland and Washington D.C. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Charles County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, and Washington D.C. 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!
"🚨 Avoid Len the Plumber – Negligent & Unsafe! 🚨 I hired Len the Plumber to install a brand-new water heater, but it failed after two weeks. They promised quick service but left us without hot water for days. Worse, the first technician concealed a serious fire hazard—the heater’s electrical components had actually caught FIRE and burned! A second technician finally admitted the fire risk, meaning my family could have been in grave danger. This is pure negligence and completely unacceptable. They replaced the heater but only after multiple delays, zero accountability, and putting our safety at risk. 🚫 DO NOT trust this company with your home’s safety! 🚫"
Chingiz U on March 2025
Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Maryland and Washington D.C. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Charles County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, and Washington D.C. 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!
"🚨 Avoid Len the Plumber – Negligent & Unsafe! 🚨 I hired Len the Plumber to install a brand-new water heater, but it failed after two weeks. They promised quick service but left us without hot water for days. Worse, the first technician concealed a serious fire hazard—the heater’s electrical components had actually caught FIRE and burned! A second technician finally admitted the fire risk, meaning my family could have been in grave danger. This is pure negligence and completely unacceptable. They replaced the heater but only after multiple delays, zero accountability, and putting our safety at risk. 🚫 DO NOT trust this company with your home’s safety! 🚫"
Chingiz U on March 2025
Chesapeake Water Treatment, Inc. is your go-to source for top-quality water filtration systems in Baltimore. With our expert sales and service, we ensure your home receives the cleanest and softest water possible. Contact us today for all your water treatment needs.
"I love my system and Charles Crawford is always so helpful when I have questions. Highly recommend!"
Namita C on May 2023
Chesapeake Water Treatment, Inc. is your go-to source for top-quality water filtration systems in Baltimore. With our expert sales and service, we ensure your home receives the cleanest and softest water possible. Contact us today for all your water treatment needs.
"I love my system and Charles Crawford is always so helpful when I have questions. Highly recommend!"
Namita C on May 2023
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
Hello! My name is Daniel Tant, I am the owner-operator of TNT Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC. I hold a Master Plumber/Gasfitter license in the state of Maryland. I have been in the plumbing industry with a specialty in residential service for more than 30 years. I love working one on one with homeowners to diagnose and repair common problems such as leaks, clogged drains, garbage disposals, installation of kitchen appliances, water heaters, sump pumps, new faucets, showers, and toilets, laundry tubs and hook up for washer/dryers. For all your plumbing needs, please call 443-457-8228. Veterans and first responders we here at tntplumbing appreciate all that you do. So we give a 15% discount on all services for you all. Thank you for your support. God Bless.
"Dan arrived on time and promptly went to work. He inspected the all of plumbing system and identified some minor potential issues. The install was clean and quick. Dan left the work area spotless when finished. I would definitely hire TNT in the future"
Bobby B on February 2025
Hello! My name is Daniel Tant, I am the owner-operator of TNT Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC. I hold a Master Plumber/Gasfitter license in the state of Maryland. I have been in the plumbing industry with a specialty in residential service for more than 30 years. I love working one on one with homeowners to diagnose and repair common problems such as leaks, clogged drains, garbage disposals, installation of kitchen appliances, water heaters, sump pumps, new faucets, showers, and toilets, laundry tubs and hook up for washer/dryers. For all your plumbing needs, please call 443-457-8228. Veterans and first responders we here at tntplumbing appreciate all that you do. So we give a 15% discount on all services for you all. Thank you for your support. God Bless.
"Dan arrived on time and promptly went to work. He inspected the all of plumbing system and identified some minor potential issues. The install was clean and quick. Dan left the work area spotless when finished. I would definitely hire TNT in the future"
Bobby B on February 2025
A&F Plumbing Services LLC is a family-owned and operated plumbing company dedicated to providing top-quality plumbing solutions with a personal touch. With years of experience serving Prince George’s, Charles, and Montgomery Counties, we take pride in offering reliable, honest, and affordable services to homeowners and businesses alike. Our skilled team specializes in everything from routine maintenance and repairs to complex installations and emergency services. We treat every customer like family, ensuring professional workmanship, transparent pricing, and exceptional customer service. At A&F Plumbing, we are committed to keeping your plumbing running smoothly while building lasting relationships with our community. Contact us today for trusted plumbing services with a family-first approach!
"Terrible .The guy came out was here about 10 minutes , charged me a," discounted" rate of $175 and left . About 36 hours later my drain is clogged again and the only thing I let down it was dish water and there's a strainer in the sink . When I called they said no warranty on the service and it would be $79 to evaluate it and I could go from there. Sorry you're only robbing me once and I would caution anyone not to deal with them"
Clyde M on February 2025
A&F Plumbing Services LLC is a family-owned and operated plumbing company dedicated to providing top-quality plumbing solutions with a personal touch. With years of experience serving Prince George’s, Charles, and Montgomery Counties, we take pride in offering reliable, honest, and affordable services to homeowners and businesses alike. Our skilled team specializes in everything from routine maintenance and repairs to complex installations and emergency services. We treat every customer like family, ensuring professional workmanship, transparent pricing, and exceptional customer service. At A&F Plumbing, we are committed to keeping your plumbing running smoothly while building lasting relationships with our community. Contact us today for trusted plumbing services with a family-first approach!
"Terrible .The guy came out was here about 10 minutes , charged me a," discounted" rate of $175 and left . About 36 hours later my drain is clogged again and the only thing I let down it was dish water and there's a strainer in the sink . When I called they said no warranty on the service and it would be $79 to evaluate it and I could go from there. Sorry you're only robbing me once and I would caution anyone not to deal with them"
Clyde M on February 2025
Our Mission: Bringing Back the Personal Touch At the heart of our mission is a commitment to rekindle the personal connection with our customers. We aim to forge relationships that stand the test of time, grounded in the excellence of our work and the exceptional service we provide. As a proud locally owned and operated business, we are deeply invested in our community and dedicated to ensuring your satisfaction. We promise not to leave until the job is done right! Ready to experience the difference? Call or click to schedule your estimate today, and let us embark on this journey together!
"A shout out to a "Hero of the Season", Pohlman's Heating Specialist CJ, who again restored warmth to our home. With our""Old House" emergency/crisis challenges, it's comforting that skillful assistance is just a call away. A local family business, Pohlman & CJ always came through, ... even resuscitated/turned around a barely hopeful case. Over the last years, this company earned my trust & loyalty with competency & honesty ... thx!"
Gabriele H on December 2024
Our Mission: Bringing Back the Personal Touch At the heart of our mission is a commitment to rekindle the personal connection with our customers. We aim to forge relationships that stand the test of time, grounded in the excellence of our work and the exceptional service we provide. As a proud locally owned and operated business, we are deeply invested in our community and dedicated to ensuring your satisfaction. We promise not to leave until the job is done right! Ready to experience the difference? Call or click to schedule your estimate today, and let us embark on this journey together!
"A shout out to a "Hero of the Season", Pohlman's Heating Specialist CJ, who again restored warmth to our home. With our""Old House" emergency/crisis challenges, it's comforting that skillful assistance is just a call away. A local family business, Pohlman & CJ always came through, ... even resuscitated/turned around a barely hopeful case. Over the last years, this company earned my trust & loyalty with competency & honesty ... thx!"
Gabriele H on December 2024
15% Military and Veterans discount! $50 Water Heater Tune Up! $50 AC Tune Up! HPC Services is a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business brining a fresh take on HVAC and plumbing to Maryland. Our technicians are trained to service, repair, and maintain your systems. HPC Services offers HVAC servicing and repair, HVAC replacement, new HVAC installations, ductwork, duct and vent cleaning, plumbing services and pipe repairs, main drain line snaking, line snaking, drain cleaning, clog removal and more! Financing available!
"Brandon identified and isolated the water leak immediately. His expertise and speed were unmatched."
Ashley S on February 2025
15% Military and Veterans discount! $50 Water Heater Tune Up! $50 AC Tune Up! HPC Services is a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business brining a fresh take on HVAC and plumbing to Maryland. Our technicians are trained to service, repair, and maintain your systems. HPC Services offers HVAC servicing and repair, HVAC replacement, new HVAC installations, ductwork, duct and vent cleaning, plumbing services and pipe repairs, main drain line snaking, line snaking, drain cleaning, clog removal and more! Financing available!
"Brandon identified and isolated the water leak immediately. His expertise and speed were unmatched."
Ashley S on February 2025
Cool Breeze Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning has earned its reputation as an industry leader by providing the best heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) products and services to the greater metro area. Our staff has proudly served Maryland, DC, and Virginia residential and commercial HVAC needs for 40 years. We have 21 highly trained employees including dedicated technicians, installers and office staff. We do not use subcontractors. Anyone from Cool Breeze that comes to your home or place of business will be licensed, insured, and wearing a uniform. We carry Master permits for all jurisdictions in which we work, and our employees have a 3rd party certification with NATE and carry Journeyman permits. We charge $79 for residential service which includes the trip and 1st half hour of the service call. For Angie's List members, we discount this rate to $49 and offer 10% off all parts needed. Our company is a community-based, family owned, equal-opportunity employer, where every employee is hand-picked and trained by the owner to be professional and courteous. This strategy ensures top quality and professional personnel. We are dedicated to ensuring that our customers are completely satisfied with their Cool Breeze experience by having an owner that is accessible and conducts customer satisfaction surveys.
"Every time I call this company they're prompt and responsive and they always identify the issue and solve it. Really appreciate Chris who has worked on my air conditioning unit multiple times. Found the issue and solved it. Whenever I have an issue with my heat or air conditioning, I call Cool breeze."
Jason M on April 2025
Cool Breeze Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning has earned its reputation as an industry leader by providing the best heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) products and services to the greater metro area. Our staff has proudly served Maryland, DC, and Virginia residential and commercial HVAC needs for 40 years. We have 21 highly trained employees including dedicated technicians, installers and office staff. We do not use subcontractors. Anyone from Cool Breeze that comes to your home or place of business will be licensed, insured, and wearing a uniform. We carry Master permits for all jurisdictions in which we work, and our employees have a 3rd party certification with NATE and carry Journeyman permits. We charge $79 for residential service which includes the trip and 1st half hour of the service call. For Angie's List members, we discount this rate to $49 and offer 10% off all parts needed. Our company is a community-based, family owned, equal-opportunity employer, where every employee is hand-picked and trained by the owner to be professional and courteous. This strategy ensures top quality and professional personnel. We are dedicated to ensuring that our customers are completely satisfied with their Cool Breeze experience by having an owner that is accessible and conducts customer satisfaction surveys.
"Every time I call this company they're prompt and responsive and they always identify the issue and solve it. Really appreciate Chris who has worked on my air conditioning unit multiple times. Found the issue and solved it. Whenever I have an issue with my heat or air conditioning, I call Cool breeze."
Jason M on April 2025
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
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.
"They wanted $542 just to install a basic kitchen faucet! Ridiculous!"
Stephen T on November 2024
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.
"They wanted $542 just to install a basic kitchen faucet! Ridiculous!"
Stephen T on November 2024
Water softeners consist of three main components: a mineral tank, a brine tank, and a control valve. In some smaller units, the mineral tank and brine tank are combined into one cabinet.
Professionals install whole-home systems at the point of entry of the main water line. Smaller units are installed under sinks or near a washer—these units only soften the water for that fixture, not the entire home.
Mineral Tank: Hard water passes into the mineral tank through resin beads, and an ion exchange occurs. Magnesium and calcium ions are exchanged for sodium or potassium ions from the brine tank.
Brine Tank: The brine tank contains sodium or potassium to recharge the resin.
Control Valve: The control valve determines when to clean the resin beads.
Choosing between a salt-based or potassium-based water softener depends on your priorities. Salt-based systems effectively remove hard-water minerals, regenerate efficiently, and are cost-effective. However, they may not be ideal for individuals on low-sodium diets. Potassium-based systems neutralize minerals without removing them and regenerate more frequently. They are more expensive but offer a healthier and more environmentally friendly option. If sodium levels are a concern and cost isn't a major factor, a potassium system may be the better choice.
To calculate your water softener's capacity, determine your grains per gallon (GPG) number by:
Multiplying the number of people in your home by 90. The average number of gallons used per person for washing, drinking, and cooking ranges from 80 to 100 gallons per day.
Multiplying that result by the hardness of your water. The average grains per gallon in the United States is 10 but can range from 0 to 17. You can find your GPG number by purchasing an at-home water testing kit.
Installing a water softener takes between two to four hours on average. The exact duration depends on the complexity of the unit and whether additional plumbing or electrical work is required. If modifications to existing pipes are necessary, installation may take longer. Preparing the installation area by clearing any obstructions can help streamline the process.
Water softeners can last up to 25 years with proper maintenance and care. The lifespan depends on the type and quality of the unit you choose. Single-tank electric water softeners may last around 12 years, while higher-quality models tend to last longer. Regular maintenance, such as routine inspections and timely replacement of salts or potassium, helps extend the life of your system. Most water softeners require minimal repairs over their lifespan.