Need a plumber in Montgomery County, Maryland? Plumbing and gas permits here come from WSSC Water, the regional utility, with Rockville and Poolesville as the exceptions. Call Same Day Plumber any time to reach a licensed plumber, or pick your city below.
Water, Sewer and Permits in Montgomery County
WSSC Water provides water and sewer service across the county, except where Rockville and Poolesville run their own systems. It also issues plumbing and gas permits and inspects the work, under its own plumbing and fuel gas code.
Most plumbing jobs must be done by a WSSC Water-licensed plumber or gasfitter. Homeowners may not install gas appliances themselves.
Montgomery County Communities With Local Plumbing Guides
Permits and Inspections Through WSSC Water
- Replacing or repairing existing plumbing or a gas appliance: a short-form permit with 1 inspection.
- New plumbing or gas work: a long-form permit.
- Applications go through WSSC Water's online permit system.
- Inside Rockville city limits, the city handles permits; call it directly.
Wells and Septic in the Upcounty
North and west of the built-up areas, homes use private wells and septic systems. The county's Department of Permitting Services tests and permits both on the state's behalf. A well permit is required before drilling, and a septic permit before installing or replacing a system. Where public service becomes available, an interim permit can require connecting within a year.
Water Provider, Home Age and Hardness by Montgomery County Community
| Community | Water provider | Median home built | Water hardness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockville | City of Rockville or WSSC Water, by area | 1979 | Not published |
| Gaithersburg | WSSC Water | 1989 | Hard |
| Germantown | WSSC Water | 1990 | Hard |
| Silver Spring | WSSC Water | 1964 | Moderately hard |
Other Places in Montgomery County
Montgomery County also includes Bethesda, Wheaton, Potomac, Olney, Takoma Park, Damascus and Poolesville. These places don't have their own guide yet. Call the same number and ask whether a plumber covers your address.
Plumbing Services Available in Montgomery County
- Emergency PlumbingBurst pipes, flooding, sewage backups and loss of water, any hour.
- Drain CleaningClogged sinks, tubs, toilets and main sewer lines.
- Water Heater Repair & ReplacementNo hot water, leaking tanks, tank and tankless repair or replacement.
- Leak Detection & RepairHidden, slab and pipe leaks found and fixed before they cause damage.
- Sewer Line RepairCamera inspection, sewer repair and trenchless replacement.
- Pipe Repair & RepipingBurst, frozen and corroded pipes repaired or replaced.
- Toilet RepairRunning, clogged, leaking and broken toilets repaired or replaced.
- Faucet & Fixture RepairFaucets, garbage disposals and shower valves.
- Sump Pump RepairSump pump repair, replacement and battery backups.
- Gas Line RepairGas leak repair and appliance hookups by licensed plumbers.
- Water Softeners & FiltrationWater softeners, whole-house filtration and well pumps.
- Commercial Plumbing & BackflowCommercial plumbing service and backflow testing.
Questions About Plumbers in Montgomery County
Who issues plumbing permits in Montgomery County, Maryland?
WSSC Water, for almost all of the county. Rockville and Poolesville are outside its plumbing code area, so contact those municipalities directly.
Can I install my own gas appliance in Montgomery County?
No. WSSC Water's plumbing and fuel gas code does not allow homeowners to install gas appliances; a licensed gasfitter must do it under a permit.