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Frozen Pipes in Dundalk, MD

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Best Frozen Pipes Pros in Dundalk

#1Strong Hire

Howard Plumbing

4.9Frozen Pipes: 98/100
#2Strong Hire

R E Robertson Plumbing & Heating Inc

4.7Frozen Pipes: 97/100

Team were there all day until they got the pipes cleared and system working again

#3Strong Hire

Hardy Plumbing | Emergency Plumber, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Repair, Tankless Water Heater Repair and Replacement in Timonium, MD

5Frozen Pipes: 94/100

Business operates like family, trustworthy plumber.

All Frozen Pipes Pros in Dundalk

Howard Plumbing

4.9·609 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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Exceptional emergency response: crews arrive rapidly and work…
Fair pricing on emergency callouts: reviewers explicitly noted…
Professional, courteous staff who communicate clearly and leave…

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R E Robertson Plumbing & Heating Inc

4.7·127 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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All 5 reviews praise punctuality and rapid response—technicians…
4 of 5 reviews explicitly commend workmanship quality and…
Demonstrates commitment to emergency resolution—team worked all…
Clear communication and customer education noted in multiple…

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Hardy Plumbing | Emergency Plumber, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Repair, Tankless Water Heater Repair and Replacement in Timonium, MD

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15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Same-day emergency response: Multiple reviewers report rapid…
Fair pricing and willingness to waive charges: Reviewers…
Clear communication and detailed explanations: Multiple reviewers…
Professional presentation and respect for homeowner space:…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

JP Plumbing

4.8·42 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
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Exceptional emergency responsiveness: 4 of 5 reviews specifically…
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving reputation: 3 reviews…
Consistent staff professionalism: Multiple reviews name Jim and…
Concerns
For a 5-review sample with one 2/5 star rating focused on pricing…
Pricing communication gaps: Customer was quoted only trip charge…

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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6 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Holiday and after-hours dispatch with no emergency upcharge
Saturday emergency water heater replacement
Garbage disposal swaps completed in roughly 30 minutes with…
Concerns
Flat-rate sheet handed over with no real diagnostic
Even 5-star reviewers flag pricing as 'a bit high' on standard…

Maryland Sewer & Plumbing Service Inc

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7 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
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Free estimates on ejector pump replacements
Emergency dispatch under one hour
Late-night Friday dispatch confirmed for a blocked sewer drain…
Concerns
Price-conscious customers flag the rates as expensive even when…

Pasadena Plumbers Inc.

4.7·70 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.7Google
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Same-hour water heater replacement confirmed: reviewer had a…
Came back repeatedly for burst pipes during the 2022 holiday…
Diagnostic persistence on hard cases: located two leaks in a…
Concerns
One reviewer alleges they were pressured into what they called an…
Diagnostic fees have drawn rip-off complaints: one reviewer was…
Scheduling and tenant-access communication has misfired: one…

Mister Plumber & Son

4.9·29 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
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Same-day arrival is a repeated pattern: one reviewer was…
Pricing repeatedly described as cheaper than competing plumbers;
Handles tough diagnostic jobs other plumbers walked away from,…

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Hardy Plumbing | Emergency Plumber, Drain Cleaning, Pipe Repair, Tankless Water Heater Repair and Replacement in Towson MD

5·193 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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193
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Middle-of-the-night emergency dispatch
Wayne handles older-home work specifically (rusty pipes, tile…
Pricing described as fair after two other companies were called…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

1st Choice Plumbing & Backflow Prevention, LLC

4.9·121 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
121
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Same-day response with multiple reviewers citing arrival within…
Honest pricing — one reviewer saved $200 by fixing instead of…
Handles emergencies including Christmas Eve clogged drain and…

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Redbeard Plumbing, LLC

5·112 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Seven reviews cite weekend or after-hours work, including a…
One emergency caller reports a 30-minute arrival after a Tuesday…
Six reviews specifically mention fair or upfront pricing;
Concerns
One reviewer notes the cost was pricey though comparable to other…

Park Plumbing LLC

5·225 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Same-day water heater diagnosis with next-morning installation is…
Holiday and Saturday availability confirmed: replaced a submerged…
Honest-scope behavior cited: techs declined to upsell, with one…

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Five Star Plumbing Services

4.9·235 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
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235
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Strengths
Water main line replacements quoted thousands under big-name…
Trenchless pipe replacement available
Drain crews stick with stubborn clogs for hours rather than…
Concerns
Pricing complaints on small jobs
$250/hour labor rate plus an $89 dispatch fee just to get a quote
One garbage disposal swap billed at $606 when three local…

Abend Services

4.8·182 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
182
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Strengths
Fast response cited in 23 of 100 reviews
Technician Richard Koontz repeatedly named
Same-day-plumber leads serviceMentions at 11
Concerns
One 1-star review alleges plumbers spent time trash-talking…
Follow-up failure flagged on a sewer-line job

Anne Arundel Plumbing, Inc.

4.5·72 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.5Google
72
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Sub-2-hour arrival on emergency leaks: one reviewer says they…
Pricing repeatedly called significantly cheaper than competitors…
Investigates before recommending replacement: one reviewer says…
Concerns
Multiple 2025 reviews report being ghosted after initial…
Has declined gas plumbing and dishwasher install jobs without…

Common Frozen Pipes Scenarios

DON'T Use Open Flames

Never use a torch, candle, or space heater directly on pipes. Use a hair dryer, heat lamp, or wrap pipes in hot towels. Open flame near pipes risks fire and can cause them to burst.

Open the Faucet

Open the faucet connected to the frozen pipe. Running water (even a trickle) helps melt ice from the inside and relieves pressure that causes bursts.

Apply Heat Slowly

Start heating from the faucet end and work toward the frozen section. This allows water to flow out as ice melts, reducing pressure.

Know When to Call a Pro

If you can't locate the frozen section, the pipe is inside a wall, or you suspect it has already burst, call a plumber immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my pipes are frozen?
Signs of frozen pipes: no water comes out when you turn on a faucet, only a trickle, frost visible on exposed pipes, or unusual odors from drains (a frozen line can cause waste backup). In Dundalk, pipes in exterior walls, unheated basements, and crawl spaces freeze first.
Will frozen pipes always burst?
No — but the risk is high. When water freezes, it expands and creates pressure between the ice blockage and the faucet. If that pressure has nowhere to go, the pipe bursts. Quick thawing reduces the risk. Copper and galvanized pipes are more vulnerable than PEX.
How much does frozen pipe repair cost in Dundalk?
Thawing a frozen pipe without damage: $100-$300. If the pipe has burst: $200-$1,000 for the pipe repair plus water damage costs. Prevention (insulation, heat tape) costs $50-$200 per pipe run — much cheaper than repair.
How do I prevent frozen pipes in Dundalk?
In Dundalk winters: insulate pipes in unheated areas, leave faucets dripping during extreme cold, keep cabinet doors open under sinks on exterior walls, maintain heat at 55°F+ even when away, and disconnect garden hoses before the first freeze.

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