Plumber Cost in Silver Spring, MD
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Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.6·8.3k reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day and weekend dispatch is well-documented…
Water heater work draws detailed positive reviews (water-heater 7…
One reviewer cites returning at no extra charge to redo a toilet…
Concerns
Expensive cited 3 times with 13 plumber-cost mentions;
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.7·6.3k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Arrives within stated timeframe;
Identifies and alerts to serious safety hazards beyond the…
Provides honest estimates without pressure to upsell unnecessary…
Combines professionalism with attention to detail (floor…
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Service Force Plumbing
4.9·130 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater replacement is a documented strength including…
Water-line repair quotes beat competitors by more than $3K in one…
Same-day-plumber cited 6 times with workmanship cited 15 times…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Heil Plumbing & HVAC
5·997 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Thomas E Clark Inc
4.8·306 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or under-2-hour arrival is a repeated pattern…
Handles full water-line replacement including permits and LPRAP…
Clear technician communication and options-based estimates…
Concerns
Expensive flagged in 4 reviews and 13 plumber-cost mentions;
Mallick Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.9·2.1k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater and water softener installs draw detailed positive…
Repipe / corroded pipe replacement called out in detail by a…
Concerns
Only 6 reviews carried into the analysis pass
Brian B. Quick Plumbing
4.8·1.5k reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Weekend and emergency response is consistent…
Faucet, toilet, and disposal repair work draws repeat praise…
Technicians cited by name for taking creative cost-effective…
Concerns
1-star review documents cracked bathtub tile and an…
Expensive cited 5 times and one 1-star reviewer reports…
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Online booking to on-site arrival in 2 hours
Live-tracker for tech ETA repeatedly mentioned as a…
Strong on water heaters (specialty score 84), drains (90), and…
Concerns
One reviewer notes appointment confirmations didn't arrive until…
Pricing-fairness score of 65 reflects specific notes that work…
Tim Whistler Plumbing, Gas Fitting, HVAC, and Electrical
4.8·300 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Gas line, gas fireplace and water-heater work draw repeat praise…
Fast_response cited in 26 of 100 analyzed reviews with same-day…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports receptionist hung up while refusing to…
Surprise upcharges on top of attractive baseline quotes
Review consistency 0.648 with 11% negative sentiment is the…
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·674 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast arrival is a dominant pattern (fast_response cited 24 times)
Multi-day, multi-tech jobs (sewer camera, water-line,…
Reviewers cite upfront pricing and 6-year parts-AND-labor…
Concerns
Surprise_fees flagged once
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.9·1.5k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Weekend/holiday dispatch documented twice (heat emergency 'worked…
Major sanitary drain line + garbage disposal combo job handled…
Day-after-ice-storm dispatch to a coat-closet leak with cost…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
All Clear Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC
4.9·560 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater work is the dominant strength
Same-day or next-day install pattern is repeated…
Toilet installs called out as clean and on time (toilet-repair 11…
Concerns
2 of 100 analyzed are 1-star and a 3-star outlier
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Silver Spring
4.8·440 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Punctual arrival and tidy cleanup cited by name in 3 of 5 reviews…
Tankless water heater install received a 'great estimate compared…
Same-afternoon response to a Sunday kitchen sink clog days before…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Guerrero Plumbing, LLC
4.8·81 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-evening after-5:30pm dispatch within the hour for a flooded…
Transparent pricing cited on a water heater install ('this is how…
Repeat-customer language in 2 of 5 reviews ('only plumber I will…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.8·2.8k reviews·
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Fast response on emergencies is documented (one reviewer had a…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports technician refused to perform the actual…
Multiple reviewers cite a $380 minimum-labor pattern and refusal…
Late arrivals reported
Negative sentiment is 66.7% of analyzed reviews
Common Plumber Cost Scenarios
Service Call Fee
Most plumbers charge $50-$150 just to show up and diagnose the issue. Some waive this fee if you hire them for the repair.
Hourly vs Flat Rate
Some plumbers charge hourly ($75-$150/hr), others quote flat rates per job. Flat rates give price certainty; hourly is better for quick fixes.
Emergency Surcharges
After-hours, weekend, and holiday calls typically cost 1.5-2x standard rates. Budget for this if your issue is time-sensitive.
Parts and Materials
Parts are usually marked up 15-50% over retail. For major jobs (water heaters, repiping), ask for an itemized quote separating labor from materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Silver Spring, MD?
Plumber costs in Silver Spring range from $75-$150/hour for standard work. Common jobs: drain cleaning $150-$450, toilet repair $100-$350, water heater replacement $1,200-$3,500, faucet replacement $200-$500. Emergency and after-hours rates are 1.5-2x standard.
Why do plumber prices vary so much in Silver Spring?
Price differences in Silver Spring come from: experience level, overhead (insurance, licensing, vehicles), demand, and business model (solo plumber vs franchise). A plumber charging $125/hr with 5-star workmanship is often better value than $75/hr with callbacks.
How do I avoid surprise plumbing charges?
Get a written estimate before work begins. Ask about diagnostic fees, hourly vs flat rates, and whether parts are included. Plumbers rated highest for pricing fairness below consistently give accurate upfront estimates.
Should I get multiple plumbing quotes in Silver Spring?
For non-emergency work over $500 in Silver Spring, getting 2-3 quotes is smart. Compare not just price but included warranty, timeline, and the plumber's pricing fairness score below. The cheapest quote isn't always the best value.
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