Plumber in Takoma Park, MD Old Houses, Big Trees
Takoma Park's Victorians, Craftsman bungalows and tree-lined streets are a big part of its charm. They're also hard on plumbing. Family Fire Services and Plumbing LLC repairs old pipes, clears root-filled sewer lines and keeps hot water running, 24 hours a day.
Serving Old Takoma, Takoma Junction and the whole city
BBB A+ accredited and HomeAdvisor screened & approved, serving Takoma Park homes.
Plumbing Services in Takoma Park, MD
All 18 plumbing, water heater and fire protection services, for historic houses and apartment buildings alike.
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
Takoma Park, MD Plumbing for Historic Homes
Takoma Park was one of the region's early railroad suburbs, and Old Takoma still has Victorians, foursquares and Craftsman bungalows from around 1900 to the 1920s. Apartment buildings line Maple and Flower Avenues, and post-war houses fill the streets toward Sligo Creek. The city is proud of its tree canopy, and those big trees have deep roots.
We're a licensed plumber in Takoma Park, MD and a plumbing company in Takoma Park that's comfortable in old houses. Our plumbing services in Takoma Park, MD cover plumbing repair, sewer and drain work, water heater service, toilets, faucets and repiping.
Every Takoma Park plumber call is handled by our licensed team from Rockville, MD, with care for original floors, trim and plaster.
Emergency Plumber in Takoma Park, MD
Old pipes fail suddenly. A galvanized line that's been corroding for decades can split overnight, and a cracked cast iron drain can back up into the basement with no warning. If you need an emergency plumber for Takoma Park, MD, call (240) 428-8681 at any hour.
Our emergency plumbers in Takoma Park handle:
- Burst and frozen pipes, including in old exterior walls
- Sewer backups from root-filled laterals
- Leaking water heaters
- Failed sump pumps
- Gas smells and gas line problems
A 24/7 plumber for Takoma Park, MD should get you through the first few minutes too. Shut the main water valve, usually in the basement near the front wall. Then our plumbing repair in Takoma Park, MD can fix the cause, not just the symptom.
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Sewer Services & Drain Cleaning in Takoma Park, MD
Big trees and old clay or cast iron sewer laterals are a constant battle in Takoma Park. Roots work into the joints, catch waste, and eventually block the line or crack it. Our sewer services in Takoma Park, MD clear the roots and repair the damaged section, so the backup doesn't come back next season.
Our drain cleaning in Takoma Park, MD covers kitchen, bathroom and main line clogs. For the full picture, see our sewer and drain services and why regular drain cleaning matters.
Plumbing Across Takoma Park, MD Housing
Takoma Park's housing is old, varied and well-loved, and its plumbing needs to keep up.
Old Takoma Victorians & Bungalows
Galvanized supply lines, cast iron drains and generations of patched repairs. A plumbing inspection shows what to fix now and what can wait.
Maple & Flower Avenue Apartments
Older apartment buildings with shared stacks and risers. Leaks between units need a licensed team that works with property managers.
Streets Toward Sligo Creek
Post-war homes on wooded lots. Root-damaged sewer laterals and damp basements make sewer repair and sump pumps the common calls.
How We Fix Plumbing in Takoma Park, MD in 3 Steps
Call Any Hour
Tell us about the house and what's happening.
We Head Over
A licensed plumber leaves our shop with a stocked van.
Careful Repair
We protect old finishes, explain the fix, and clean up.
Water Heater Service in Takoma Park, MD
Older basements often hold an equally old water heater. Our water heater service in Takoma Park flushes sediment, tests the relief valve and checks the anode rod. When a tank is done, we size and install the replacement.
Fire Sprinkler Service in Takoma Park, MD
Takoma Park's apartment buildings and small commercial spaces need their fire sprinkler systems kept in working order. As a licensed plumbing and fire protection company, we handle the sprinklers and the plumbing in one visit.
- Fire sprinkler inspection and testing
- Sprinkler head replacement
- Fire extinguisher inspection
- Plumbing and sprinkler work for property managers
More Plumbing Services in Takoma Park, MD
Plumbing Repair
Leaks, noisy pipes and low pressure in older homes, repaired properly.
Plumbing repairToilets & Faucets
Running toilets and dripping faucets, with parts that fit older fixtures.
Toilet servicesPlumbing Inspections
Buying an older Takoma Park home? Know what's in the walls first.
Plumbing inspectionGas Line Repair
Smell gas? Get outside and call 911 or your gas utility first, then call us.
Gas leak servicesWhy Takoma Park, MD Calls Us
Licensed plumbers who are comfortable with old houses and answer at night.
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.
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Serving Takoma Park, MD & Nearby Towns
Takoma Park borders Silver Spring and is close to Wheaton and Kensington, all served from our Rockville, MD shop.
- Rockville HOME BASE · 20852
- North Bethesda 20852
- Bethesda 20814
- Gaithersburg 20877
- Potomac 20854
- Silver Spring 20910
- Wheaton 20902
- Kensington 20895
- Takoma Park YOU ARE HERE · 20912
- Derwood 20855
- Montgomery Village 20886
- Aspen Hill 20853
- North Potomac 20878
- Germantown 20874
- Olney 20832
- Chevy Chase 20815
- Garrett Park 20896
- Clarksburg 20871
- Sandy Spring 20860
- Boyds 20841
- Damascus 20872
Takoma Park, MD Plumbing Questions
What Takoma Park homeowners ask us most. Don't see yours? Call (240) 428-8681.
(240) 428-868101Is there a 24/7 plumber for Takoma Park, MD?
Yes. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for burst pipes, sewer backups, leaking water heaters and gas problems.
02Why does my Takoma Park, MD sewer line keep backing up?
Tree roots in an old clay or cast iron lateral are the most common cause. Clearing the roots helps for a while. Repairing the damaged section stops it from coming back.
03Should I replace the galvanized pipes in my old Takoma Park, MD house?
If you see rusty water, weak pressure or repeated leaks, yes. If not, we can replace the worst sections first and plan the rest.
04Do you also serve Silver Spring, MD?
Yes. We serve Silver Spring, Wheaton, Kensington and the rest of Montgomery County.
24/7 Emergency Plumbing in Takoma Park, MD
Burst pipe, backed-up sewer or no hot water? Call (240) 428-8681 any time and a licensed plumber will head to your Takoma Park home.
Not an emergency? Contact us by email, or get directions to our Rockville shop.