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Tank vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Which Is Better for Maryland Homes?

American Standard tank water heater installed in a basement

Since water heater replacement is rarely at the top of a homeowner’s to-do list, it’s no surprise that there are questions regarding which one works best for your particular needs. Do you go with a tank water heater? Or, should you switch to a tankless one? The correct answer is dependent on many factors such …

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Why Does My Drain Keep Backing Up? Signs You May Have a Sewer Line Problem

Standing water in a kitchen sink caused by a clogged drain

A clogged drain seems like a small inconvenience at first. The kitchen sink might take a bit longer to drain, or the bathroom floor might get wet around the bathtub drain. At Putman Plumbing, our customers in Maryland often contact us thinking it’s just a small clog that needs to be cleared.  However, recurring drain …

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5 Warning Signs Your Well Pump May Need Repair or Replacement

Blue well pressure tank and piping inside a concrete well casing

As a homeowner, you probably don’t give much thought to your well pump until you try to use water in some way, only to find out that something’s not right. This could mean that the shower pressure is not as it should be or the kitchen sink suddenly starts to sputter. Or maybe the water …

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Why Is My Water Pressure Suddenly Low in My House?

Showerhead trickling water at low pressure

You go to take your morning shower, and the pressure that was once so consistent seems much lower than what you expect. It makes you ask yourself, “Why is my water pressure suddenly low in my house?” Maybe filling up a sink has become slower, or you just have the sense that everything is suddenly …

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What to Expect During a Professional Plumbing Service Call (Step-by-Step)

Putman Plumbing technician inspecting pipes under a kitchen sink

Hiring a plumber is usually something unexpected. Usually, homeowners have to do it because of a leak, blockage in the drainage system, poor water pressure, or a water heater malfunction. However, those who have never hired a professional plumber before might not know what to anticipate when hiring one. We know that uncertainty is often …

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How Water Quality Affects Your Plumbing System

Hand scrubbing hard water deposits from a glass shower door

At Putman Plumbing, we spend a lot of time fixing problems homeowners didn’t even know were building up. A water heater that gave out early. Pipes that clog more often than they should. Fixtures that never seem to stay clean, no matter how often they’re wiped down. More often than not, the common thread isn’t the …

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Emergency Well Pump Services: Why Fast Support Matters

Technician fitting PVC pipe beside a blue well pressure tank

If your home runs on a well,  then your water system is likely different from most others. You don’t have city services to fall back on, as your well pump really is what stands between you and your family, and no water at all. And when that pump fails, well, it rarely happens at a …

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Why Your Water Bill Suddenly Increased (And What It Could Mean for Your Plumbing)

Water pooling on muddy ground beside a utility marker stake

You open your water bill expecting the same amount, but it‘s suddenly much higher than usual.  No visitors have come over, nor have there been any renovations in your home recently. So why is your water bill suddenly higher than expected?  This is an issue that we have seen many homeowners come to us with, …

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How the Putman Plus Club Gives You Fast-Track Emergency Service

Putman Plumbing technician shaking hands with a customer

Most plumbing emergencies don’t give you time to think; they force you to act. When water is spreading across the floor or a toilet won’t stop backing up, you’re not comparing plumbers or checking reviews. You’re asking one question: Who can help me right now? That moment of urgency is where the Putman Plus Club makes a real …

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Does Your Home Need Water Treatment? 5 Signs Your Water Quality Is Poor

Two glasses of water side by side, one clear and one cloudy

Most people in their homes think their water will be “fine” as long as it is clear and running. Water quality issues aren’t always obvious-many of the most common problems appear over time through basic household use. At Putman Plumbing, we talk to homeowners all of the time who had no idea that their water quality …

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