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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 3 plumbers in Ellicott City, MD by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup with a 4.8-star rating from 969 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: Metcalf Plumbing Service, LLC and Apple Plumbing, Heating, & Air. The average rating across all listed plumbers in Ellicott City is 4.9 stars from 826 reviews per business on average.
Plumbing repairs in Ellicott City average $150–$500 for common fixes. Emergency calls and major work (sewer line, water heater) run $500–$3,000+.
Rankings updated June 9, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Plumbers Rankings in Ellicott City, MD
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup3545 Ellicott Mills Dr Ste 102, Ellicott City, MD 21043, USA | 4.8★ | 969 |
| #2 | Metcalf Plumbing Service, LLC10 Winters Ln B, Catonsville, MD 21228, USA | 4.9★ | 759 |
| #3 | Apple Plumbing, Heating, & Air90 Aileron Ct #9, Westminster, MD 21157, USA | 4.9★ | 751 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
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Plumbers in Ellicott City, MD — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 969 |
| 2 | Metcalf Plumbing Service, LLC | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 759 |
| 3 | Apple Plumbing, Heating, & Air | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 751 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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Licensing requirements vary by trade and state. For most home service contractors, MD requires both a state license and liability insurance. Always ask any contractor for proof of current insurance and a copy of their license number before work begins — you can verify most licenses on your state licensing board's website.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: June 9, 2026.
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