September might be the beginning of fall, but Maryland homeowners are not quite past the season of heavy rain and strong storms. Tropical systems and thunderstorms can still bring a lot of water in a short amount of time, and that can put your home’s drainage and plumbing systems to the test. For those who …
While summer brings more outdoor fun, children off from school, gardens requiring constant watering, and more clothes washing due to weekend adventures outdoors, the increased activities during summer can unknowingly boost your water consumption. However, an elevated water bill does not always mean you have used a lot of water. It could also mean that …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …