Baltimore, Maryland · Plumbers

The 6 best plumbers in Baltimore, MD

Ranked on public signals: website quality, contactability, and service fit. Updated October 2026. No paid placements, and no customer reviews are collected or shown; every business was found in public listings or added by its owner, and all are scored the same way.

6 firms ranked Updated October 2026

Baltimore's rowhouse-dominated housing stock keeps roofers, plumbers, and restoration trades booked solid. Plumbers handle water line repair, drain cleaning, fixture installation, water heater service, and emergency leak response.

We indexed 6 plumbers serving Baltimore and surrounding neighborhoods, including Downtown, Fells Point, Federal Hill, Hampden, Canton, Mount Vernon. Each firm is scored on a consistent set of data signals: website health, HTTPS security, mobile-friendliness, online contactability, and alignment with the plumbers niche. The ranking is fixed by data, not by who pays the most to appear at the top.

Of the 6 plumbers listed for Baltimore, 6 run a secure (HTTPS) website, 5 publish a phone number and 5 have their business name confirmed on their own website.

If you live in Baltimore, MD and need a plumber, this page is a starting point, not an endorsement. Call two or three from the list, get written estimates, and compare. The numbers next to each business are a filter, not a decision.

For plumbers in Baltimore Own a plumber business? Get your phone ringing. LeadForge builds done-for-you outreach systems for local service businesses: targeted prospects, AI-drafted emails, live dashboard. Flat monthly pricing. See how it works → Need a plumber in Baltimore? Compare free quotes from top-rated plumbers Angi matches you with screened, locally-rated pros. Free, no obligation. Get free quotes →
4

Horizon

45 /100 data score Based in Edgemere, serves Baltimore

In their words
Plumbing Services in Edgemere, Maryland. From leaky faucets to whole-home plumbing repairs, we're ready to help with fast, reliable plumbing services. Electrical Services in Edgemere, Maryland.

(800) 642-4419
Visit website → Compare free quotesvia Angi Own this? Claim it →
Last verified October 2026

Run a business that belongs on this page? Add it to PicksByTown.

How we rank plumbers in Baltimore

Each business is scored on signals we can verify from public data: a live, secure (HTTPS) website, mobile-friendliness, a published phone number and website, and fit with the plumbers category. We do not collect or display customer reviews, and we do not accept payment for placement. Businesses can claim their listing to correct contact details, but the rank is fixed by the data. Owners can claim a listing for a Verified badge and a direct link; sponsors appear only in labeled blocks outside the numbered list. Neither changes rank.

Local conditions

Hiring plumbers in Baltimore: what the local data says

  • 76% of homes in Baltimore were built before 1970 and the median home dates to 1947. Homes of that age often still have galvanized steel or cast iron lines, so ask whether a plumber has worked on them before quoting a repair.
  • The typical last spring frost in Baltimore is around April 2 and the first fall frost around November 18, roughly 230 frost-free days. With about 71 nights at or below freezing a year, outdoor spigots and pipes in unheated spaces are worth winterizing before the first frost.
  • Baltimore gets about 59 inches of precipitation a year and about 15 inches of snow, and July is typically the wettest month. Sump pumps and basement drains get their real test in the wettest weeks, so have a pump checked before then rather than after the first wet basement.

Sources: US Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year estimates for Baltimore, MD, via Census Reporter; Open-Meteo historical weather archive, 2015-2024 averages.

This market

Plumbers around Baltimore: what this page found

1 of the 6 plumbers on this page is listed under Baltimore itself; the other 5 serve Baltimore from Edgemere and Towson.

The longest-established is Chesapeake Plumbing, Inc, 35 years in business.

Nearby directories for the same trade: Towson (6 ranked), Edgemere (11 ranked), Columbia (6 ranked).

Common questions

Plumbers in Baltimore: quick answers

How are the plumbers in Baltimore ranked?

Each listing is scored on public signals we can check ourselves: whether the website is live and secure (HTTPS), whether it works on a phone, whether a phone number and website are published, and how closely the business matches the plumbers category. We do not collect customer reviews, so no star ratings or review counts appear here, and no business pays for placement.

How do I pick the best plumber in Baltimore?

Use this list to shortlist two or three plumbers, then read their Google reviews yourself, confirm license and insurance, and get written estimates before committing. The score here is a filter, not a verdict.

How do I verify a plumber's license in Maryland?

Licensing in Maryland runs through the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) under the Department of Labor. Before hiring anyone in Baltimore, look the contractor up in the Maryland Department of Labor's public license search and ask for their MHIC number; plumbers, electricians, and HVAC techs are licensed by their own state boards. Also confirm current liability insurance, and get the license number in writing on the estimate.

Which plumbers serve Baltimore?

This page lists Hardy Plumbing, Empire Plumbing And Heating LLC, Supreme Service Today, Horizon, Five Star Plumbing Services Inc and Chesapeake Plumbing, Inc, in ranked order. 5 of the 6 publish a phone number, so you can call those directly; the rest are easiest to reach through their websites.

When is the best time to book plumbers in Baltimore?

Going by Baltimore's own weather records (typical last spring frost around April 2, first fall frost around November 18), the usual windows are late winter, before about April 2 or early fall, before the first frost around November 18. Booking a few weeks ahead of those windows beats the rush.

Read our guide
When to call a plumber vs. DIY: the 5-minute decision guide
Also useful

Directories & guides for plumbers in Baltimore

Third-party roundups and multi-business directories covering this area. Not curated by us; included for reference.

What to look for when hiring a plumber in Baltimore

  • Ask for the Maryland master plumber license. In Maryland, plumbers need it from the Maryland State Board of Plumbing. Verify it at the official Maryland license lookup before signing. In Baltimore County and in WSSC's area (Montgomery and Prince George's counties), plumbers are licensed locally under their own codes, so check the local license there too.
  • Written estimates. Any plumber who won't put the scope in writing is a red flag.
  • Review quality, not just volume. Read the 3-star reviews, they're usually the most honest.
  • Local references. A plumber who's done work in Downtown or Fells Point will understand local housing stock better than a regional chain.

Popular plumbers neighborhoods in Baltimore

The plumbers on this page serve all of Baltimore and surrounding areas, including Downtown, Fells Point, Federal Hill, Hampden, Canton, Mount Vernon. Response times and service radius vary, call ahead for estimates.

Baltimore Plumbers

Get the top plumbers in Baltimore delivered to your inbox

When new providers are added or the ranking changes, we’ll let you know. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Related

Other plumbers directories

More in Baltimore

Other services in Baltimore

Get new posts in your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.