Most of Anne Arundel County gets public water and sewer from the county's Department of Public Works, while the City of Annapolis runs its own water system. Many waterfront neighborhoods on the Magothy, Severn and South rivers still rely on septic systems and private wells. Permits come from the county's Department of Inspections and Permits.
Water, sewer and permits in Anne Arundel County
| Water & sewer | Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works serves most areas; the City of Annapolis has its own water system. Many waterfront communities use septic and private wells. |
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| Plumbing permits | Anne Arundel County Department of Inspections and Permits, Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis. |
Waterfront and septic homes
Anne Arundel has more shoreline than almost anywhere in Maryland, and many older bay communities were built before public sewer arrived. Sump pumps, backwater valves, well pressure tanks and septic-friendly fixtures come up more often here than in the city.
Towns with their own page
- AnnapolisZIP 21401, 21403, 21409
- Glen BurnieZIP 21060, 21061
- Severna ParkZIP 21146
- PasadenaZIP 21122
- CroftonZIP 21114
- SevernZIP 21144
- LaurelZIP 20707, 20708, 20723, 20724
Other Anne Arundel County communities
Odenton (21113)
Odenton has grown fast around Fort Meade and the MARC station, with many newer townhouses alongside older homes.
Arnold (21012)
Arnold sits between the Severn and Magothy rivers; waterfront lots often have wells, septic and sump pumps.
Millersville (21108)
Millersville's mix of 1970s to 1990s subdivisions and rural lots means both public water and well systems.
Hanover (21076)
Hanover covers newer homes and the busy commercial area around Arundel Mills and BWI.
Linthicum (21090)
Linthicum's established 1950s and 1960s homes near BWI commonly need water heater and sewer lateral work.
Plumbing services in Anne Arundel County
WaterDrain & sewerGas
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Water lines & fixtures
How to get a plumber in Anne Arundel County
- Call 443-863-5471. Tell us what's happening and where you are. Calls are answered 24/7.
- We connect you. You're put through to a licensed, independent local plumber who handles this kind of job in your area.
- Get a clear quote. The plumber explains the problem and the price before any work starts.
- You decide. Approve the work, and the plumber completes it with any permit your city or county requires.
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Frequently asked questions
Is my Anne Arundel home on septic?
If you don't receive a sewer charge from the county, you're likely on septic. Your property records or the county can confirm.
Does Annapolis have different rules from the rest of the county?
The City of Annapolis runs its own water utility and has its own historic district rules, so some work there is reviewed by the city rather than the county.