Plumber in Germantown, MD Townhouses, Condos & Homes
Germantown is one of the biggest communities in Montgomery County, and much of it was built in the 1980s and '90s. Family Fire Services and Plumbing LLC handles the plumbing those homes need now, from sump pumps to new water heaters, 24 hours a day.
Up I-270 from our Rockville shop to every Germantown village
BBB A+ accredited and HomeAdvisor screened & approved, serving Germantown homes.
Plumbing Services in Germantown, MD
All 18 plumbing, water heater and fire protection services, from Gunners Lake to Kingsview.
Plumbing RepairLeaks, breaks and failures fixed
Residential PlumbingWhole-home plumbing care
Commercial PlumbingOffices, retail and restaurants
Plumbing Installation or ReplacementNew fixtures and repipes
Plumbing InspectionFor buyers, sellers and owners
Water LeakLeak detection and repair
Toilet DrainageClogs, running toilets, replacements
Sewer WaterSewer backups and line repair
Sink FaucetFaucet repair and installation
Garbage DisposalJammed or dead disposals
Sump PumpRepair, installation, backups
Gas LeakGas line repair and new lines
Water Heater RepairTank and tankless repair
Water Heater InstallationTank and tankless installs
Hot Water Recirculation Pump RepairInstant hot water, restored
Hot Water Recirculation Pump InstallationStop waiting for hot water
Fire Sprinkler HeadsSprinkler install and repair
Fire Protection ServicesSystems, inspections, extinguishers
Germantown, MD Plumbing for Every Village
Germantown grew out of a plan to build a series of villages along I-270: Gunners Lake, Kingsview, Churchill, Middlebrook, Clopper's Mill and others. Most homes went up from the late 1970s through the 2000s, with lots of townhouses and condos alongside single-family streets, and Germantown Town Center at the middle.
As a licensed plumber in Germantown, MD, we handle the problems those homes share: sump pumps, water heaters, leaks in shared walls and polybutylene repiping. Our plumbing services in Germantown, MD come up I-270 from Rockville, MD.
A Germantown, MD plumber has to work well with HOAs and condo boards, too. We document what we find so the right party fixes the right pipe.
Emergency Plumber in Germantown, MD
In a townhouse, a burst pipe or leaking water heater quickly becomes your neighbor's problem. Call (240) 428-8681 at any hour and a licensed plumber heads up I-270.
Our emergency plumbers in Germantown handle:
- Burst and frozen pipes
- Water heaters leaking from upstairs closets
- Sump pumps failing in storms
- Sewer backups
- Gas smells and gas line problems
Our 24/7 plumber for Germantown, MD service starts with shutting the main valve, usually in the utility closet near the water heater. Then plumbing repair in Germantown, MD fixes the cause.
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Sump Pump Repair in Germantown, MD
Germantown sits around Seneca Creek, Little Seneca Lake and plenty of low ground, and many homes have finished basements that depend on a sump pump. Sump pump repair in Germantown, MD covers stuck floats, burned-out motors, failed check valves and dead backup batteries.
When a pump can't keep up, we replace it and add a battery backup. See wet basements and sump pumps for how to test yours.
Plumbing Across Germantown, MD's Villages
Germantown was built as a set of villages, and each has its own mix of housing.
Townhouse Rows
Shared walls, upstairs water heaters and 1980s supply lines. A drain pan and braided supply hoses are cheap protection.
Water heatersSingle-Family Villages
1980s and '90s homes, some with polybutylene supply pipe and many with finished basements and sump pits.
Condos Near Town Center
Stacked units with shared risers. Leaks between floors need a plumber who works with management.
How We Fix Plumbing in Germantown, MD in 3 Steps
Call Any Hour
Tell us your street in Germantown and what's happening. Someone always answers.
We Head Over
A licensed plumber leaves our Rockville shop with a stocked van.
Fixed & Explained
We show you the cause, explain your options before starting, and clean up.
Water Heater Installation in Germantown, MD
Many Germantown townhouses have their water heater in a small closet, often upstairs. We install tank and tankless units with drain pans and expansion tanks that protect the floors below.
Fire Sprinkler Service in Germantown, MD
Germantown's condo buildings, the businesses around Town Center and nearby offices rely on working fire sprinkler systems. As a licensed plumbing and fire protection company, we inspect and repair sprinklers in Germantown and fix the plumbing behind them in the same visit.
- Fire sprinkler inspection and testing
- Sprinkler head replacement after damage or recalls
- Fire extinguisher inspection
- Fire suppression inspection for kitchens
More Plumbing Services in Germantown, MD
Water Heaters
Water heater repair in Germantown, MD for tanks and tankless units, and same-day replacement when a tank leaks.
Water heater repairRepiping
Polybutylene and aging copper replaced with PEX, with new shut-off valves throughout.
RepipingCommercial
Restaurants and offices around Town Center, with after-hours scheduling.
Commercial plumbingWhy Germantown, MD Calls Us
A licensed local team that answers at night and fixes it right the first time.
Licensed & Insured
Licensed, insured plumbers on every job, from one faucet to a full building.
Open 24/7
Nights, weekends and holidays. Emergencies don't wait, so neither do we.
Local Shop
Based on Wilkins Ave in Rockville, 20852, serving all of Montgomery County.
Plumbing + Fire
One team for pipes, water heaters, gas lines and fire sprinklers.
What Our Customers Say About Us
Real words from homeowners on our Google Business Profile.
Family Plumbing Services LLC did an excellent job installing our new water heater last month, and I could not be happier with their service. From the start, they were professional, courteous, and reliable. What really impressed me was that …
TTapas S.Water heater installation · Google reviewNestor has been a pleasure to work with. He has been flawlessly managing a major home renovation job of mine. …
CCharles K.Home renovation · Google reviewHad my place done very well, they work hard & care about their work & your problems
KKelvin C.Home plumbing · Google reviewExtremely impressed in what the gentleman have done. Thank you family fire!
FFrank J.Plumbing service · Google review
Carlos and his team are great! They’re very responsive and reliable and they’ve done a good job with all of the plumbing in our home (ranging from initial install to fixing plumbing issues). They’re also very quick to come out which I always appreciate.
WWandaly F.Home plumbing · Google reviewVery good and professional guys! Zero leaks and excellent service! …
LLeonardo B.Plumbing project · Google reviewThe workers were very respectful, and did such an excellent job!
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Serving Germantown, MD & Nearby Towns
Germantown sits between Clarksburg, Gaithersburg, Boyds and Montgomery Village, all served from our shop.
- Rockville HOME BASE · 20852
- North Bethesda 20852
- Bethesda 20814
- Gaithersburg 20877
- Potomac 20854
- Silver Spring 20910
- Wheaton 20902
- Kensington 20895
- Takoma Park 20912
- Derwood 20855
- Montgomery Village 20886
- Aspen Hill 20853
- North Potomac 20878
- Germantown YOU ARE HERE · 20874
- Olney 20832
- Chevy Chase 20815
- Garrett Park 20896
- Clarksburg 20871
- Sandy Spring 20860
- Boyds 20841
- Damascus 20872
Germantown, MD Plumbing Questions
What Germantown homeowners ask us most. Don't see yours? Call (240) 428-8681.
(240) 428-868101Do you offer 24/7 emergency plumbing in Germantown, MD?
Yes. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for burst pipes, flooded basements and leaking water heaters.
02Do Germantown, MD townhouses have polybutylene pipe?
Some homes built from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s do. Look for gray flexible pipe stamped PB, or have us check.
03How often should my sump pump be tested?
Every spring, before storm season. Pour water into the pit and make sure it starts, empties and stops.
04Do you serve Clarksburg, MD and Boyds, MD too?
Yes. We serve Clarksburg, Boyds and the rest of upcounty Montgomery County.
24/7 Emergency Plumbing in Germantown, MD
Burst pipe, flooded basement or no hot water? Call (240) 428-8681 any time for Germantown plumbing help.
Not an emergency? Contact us by email, or get directions to our Rockville shop.