How do I check my house for a leak before calling a plumber?

Read the water meter, avoid using any water for an hour or two, and read it again. Any change means a leak. Put a few drops of food coloring in each toilet tank too: color showing up in the bowl without a flush points to a leaking flapper. If neither explains it, we find the rest.

Why does my sump pump keep running after a storm?

Rain can keep the ground around a foundation saturated for days, so steady pumping afterward is often normal. If it runs in dry weather, cycles every few seconds, or the pit refills right after the pump stops, a stuck switch or failed check valve is more likely.

Is the pipe from the street to my house my responsibility or the utility's?

In general, the water utility looks after the main and the meter, while the service pipe running onto your property and into the house is the owner's to maintain. Depending on your address, Rockville homes are served by either the City of Rockville or WSSC Water, and either one can tell you where their part ends.

How long should a water heater last?

Tank heaters commonly last around eight to twelve years, depending on water quality and upkeep. Rust-colored hot water, moisture around the base, or a tank that needs frequent repairs are signs it's time to plan a replacement instead of waiting for it to fail.

Are chemical drain openers bad for my pipes?

Used often, they can damage older metal pipes and the seals in fixtures, and they rarely clear the whole clog. A mechanical cleaning removes the blockage instead of burning a hole through it.

Will a hydrojet cut through roots growing into my sewer pipe?

Yes, a jetter with a cutting nozzle can clear fine roots and the debris they trap. Roots that have broken the pipe open will come back, though, and that is when a repair or replacement makes more sense.

Why do older Rockville neighborhoods have so many sewer line problems?

Many homes in neighborhoods like Twinbrook and Hungerford date from the middle of the last century, and their original sewer laterals have had decades of mature trees, shifting soil and wear working on them. Root intrusion, offset joints and sagging sections are common findings on a camera inspection.

Our house still has galvanized pipes. Should we repipe?

Galvanized steel corrodes from the inside, which narrows the pipe and causes low pressure and discolored water long before it starts leaking. If yours is original to a mid-century house, repiping is usually the lasting fix.

Do you handle kitchen and bathroom remodel plumbing?

Yes. We move and replace supply and drain lines, set new sinks, tubs, showers and toilets, and connect appliances like dishwashers and ice makers during a remodel.

What counts as a plumbing emergency?

Water you can't stop, sewage coming up into the house, no water at all, or a smell of gas near a water heater. Shut off the main valve if water is flowing, step outside and call 911 if you smell gas, and then call us any time of day.

Which Rockville areas do you serve?

Twinbrook, Woodley Gardens, Hungerford, Bealls Hill, Rockshire, Montrose, Potomac Woods, Carderock Springs, Travilah, Derwood and Redland, across the 20850, 20851, 20852, 20854 and 20855 zip codes.

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How do I check my house for a leak before calling a plumber?

Why does my sump pump keep running after a storm?

Is the pipe from the street to my house my responsibility or the utility's?

How long should a water heater last?

Are chemical drain openers bad for my pipes?

Will a hydrojet cut through roots growing into my sewer pipe?

Why do older Rockville neighborhoods have so many sewer line problems?

Our house still has galvanized pipes. Should we repipe?

Do you handle kitchen and bathroom remodel plumbing?

What counts as a plumbing emergency?

Which Rockville areas do you serve?

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