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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …