Holiday Guests Coming? Plumbing Checklist for Hosting Without a Hitch
December 26, 2025
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and a little extra chaos, especially when it comes to your home. With all the cooking, decorating, and keeping everyone comfortable, the last thing you want is some kind of plumbing problem sneaking up on you. As a licensed plumbing company in Frederick, Maryland, we know that Read More
Pre-Winter Plumbing Prep: Why December Is Your Last Chance to Prevent Frozen Pipe Disasters
December 12, 2025
December always sneaks up on Maryland homeowners. One minute you’re finishing Thanksgiving leftovers, and the next you’re waking up to mornings cold enough to freeze the outdoor spigot. And if you didn’t winterize your plumbing last month, you’re not alone. Most families don’t. December is when the real freezes begin so now is the time Read More
PFAS in Drinking Water: What You Need to Know
November 25, 2025
PFAS in Drinking Water: What You Need to Know PFAS—known as “forever chemicals”—are increasingly being found in drinking water across the country. These man-made compounds don’t break down easily, and long-term exposure has been linked to thyroid issues, immune disruption, and certain cancers. Putman Plumbing now offers the HomeShield™ Whole House Water Filter with PFAS Read More
The Hidden Dangers of Cooler Weather: Pipe Stress and Early Freeze Prevention in Maryland
November 25, 2025
As the temperatures start to drop in Maryland, most people begin thinking about their heating systems or maybe even the first batch of firewood. What often gets overlooked is the plumbing. At Putman Plumbing, we’ve seen firsthand how fluctuating temperatures can stress your home’s pipes, setting the stage for serious problems once the first freeze hits. Read More
Avoid the Holiday Rush: Why November Is the Smart Time for Plumbing Inspections
November 11, 2025
November is here, one of the busiest time of the year. Just a few weeks ago, it was pumpkins and leaves; now the atmosphere shifts to the preparation for Thanksgiving celebration. But, this month is also the best time to give your plumbing a little attention before the holiday chaos begins. At Putman Plumbing, we’ve Read More
Don’t Let Fall Leaves Clog Your Plumbing: Gutter and Drain Maintenance Tips for Maryland Homes
October 21, 2025
For many Maryland homeowners, fall cleanup feels never-ending. Leaves pile up faster than you can rake them, and before long, your gutters and outdoor drains are full, too. It doesn’t seem like a big deal at first, but that buildup can lead to serious problems: standing water, foundation damage, and even plumbing backups that reach Read More
Plumbing Safety Tips & Health Concerns
October 8, 2025
Do you trust the water coming out of your tap to be safe to drink? Did you know that old pipes, hidden leaks, or poor water quality can put your family’s health at risk? Here in Maryland, most homes were built long before today’s plumbing standards. That means lead pipes, rusty fixtures, and old systems Read More
Planning a Fall Remodel? Here’s Why You Should Call a Plumber Now
October 5, 2025
Fall is one of the busiest seasons for home remodeling. The weather is cooler, schedules return to normal, and many homeowners finally get around to remodeling that bathroom or kitchen they’ve been dreaming about all summer. But here’s something most people don’t know: before you begin shopping for tile, cabinets, or paint colors, it’s a good Read More
Hurricane Season Plumbing Tips Every Maryland Homeowner Should Know
September 23, 2025
When hurricane season hits, we all start thinking about batteries, flashlights, and bottled water. But one thing many homeowners forget? Their plumbing. At Putman Plumbing, we’ve seen firsthand what can happen when heavy rain and strong winds put extra strain on sump pumps, downspouts, and drains. And trust me, as your reliable emergency plumber in Frederick, Read More
How Water Quality Affects Your Plumbing System
May 11, 2026
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 Read More
Emergency Well Pump Services: Why Fast Support Matters
April 30, 2026
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 Read More
Why Your Water Bill Suddenly Increased (And What It Could Mean for Your Plumbing)
April 12, 2026
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, Read More
How the Putman Plus Club Gives You Fast-Track Emergency Service
March 29, 2026
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 Read More
Does Your Home Need Water Treatment? 5 Signs Your Water Quality Is Poor
March 17, 2026
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 Read More
Well Pump Maintenance: What to Do and When
February 24, 2026
If you have a well on your property, your well pump is working hard behind the scenes every day. It’s providing clean water for drinking, cooking, bathing, doing laundry, basically, everything. And yet, it’s one of the most misunderstood systems in the house until it breaks. The good news? Most well pump problems don’t occur Read More
The Hidden Costs of Ignoring Slow Drains – And When to Call a Professional
February 17, 2026
A slow drain may seem like a small inconvenience at first. It may start with a little water pooling in the sink or a slow shower drain. It may seem like a small problem to ignore and quickly solve with a miracle drain cleaner. However, a slow drain may simply be an indication of a Read More
What Is the Putman Plus Club – and Is It Worth It?
January 29, 2026
Most people don’t think about their plumbing until it forces them to. A leaking pipe, no hot water, or a backed-up drain has a way of becoming urgent very fast. These are small problems that are easy to put off until one day they’re not small problems anymore. The Putman Plus Club was formed to help homeowners Read More
How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Water Heater (and Save on Energy Bills)
January 12, 2026
If you are from Maryland, at some point, you may have experienced your hot shower running cold faster than it used to, or heard a strange rumbling sound from the basement, and hoped it would just go away. These small changes are easy to ignore, especially when the water heater is still technically “working.” Those Read More