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Q: Can you run sewer and water lines in the same trench?

• <div><p>Building codes don&rsquo;t allow homeowners or businesses to run sewer pipes and water lines in the same trench for safety and environmental purposes. If the sewer line started leaking, it would risk contaminating the water supply to your house, which threatens the health of you and your family. These lines need to be in separate trenches and may need to be separated both horizontally by around 5 to 10 or more feet and vertically by 12 to 18 or more inches.</p></div>

Q: How do I hire a reliable emergency plumber?

• <div><p>In an <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/really-plumbing-emergency.htm">emergency plumbing</a> situation, taking the time to vet a plumber properly might not be feasible. Instead, it&rsquo;s helpful to ask the following questions to gauge the experience and expertise of the plumber you&rsquo;re considering quickly:</p><ul><li><p>How many years of experience do you have?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed and insured?</p></li><li><p>How quickly are you able to get to my property?</p></li></ul><p>You can quickly check some online reviews and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) page for the plumber to get a sense of the quality of service they provide.</p></div>

Q: What are some of the common signs that my toilet tank is leaking?

• <div><p>If you notice water coming out of the bottom of your tank or the flush handle, you obviously have a leaking tank. Water on the side of the tank can indicate cracks. Other signs include the toilet running and flushing without anyone touching the handle, needing to jiggle the handle to make the water stop after flushing, or needing to hold the handle down to empty the water tank.</p></div>

Q: What are the common problems with in-wall toilets?

• <div><p>Some of the problems with in-wall toilets include the complex installation, which might need extra framing. It is also more difficult to access the toilet tank for maintenance or troubleshooting because it&rsquo;s behind the flush button panel and in the wall. Over time, you&rsquo;ll spend more on maintenance because you&rsquo;ll need a plumber to work on hidden plumbing. </p></div>

Q: How deep are water lines buried?

• <div><p>Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-deep-are-sprinkler-lines.htm">sprinkler lines are buried</a> between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.</p></div>

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These guys do great work. Very knowledgeable and reliable. You won’t find better guys to help you out. Free estimates and no pressure.
S&S Quality Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in March 2026
The young men at A.R.B. Did an excellent job. They were very well mannered, completed the job as promised and were very reasonable on the price. I would recommend them for your drywall work.
A.R.B. Construction
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Reviewed in February 2026
Very Professional techs, very trustworthy team that stands behind their work!
Spartan Air Conditioning LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
I recently hired Halls Land Solutions LLC to clear a section of my residential property, and I couldn't be happier with the experience and results. From the first consultation to the final walkthrough, they were professional, prompt, and highly skilled.
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Reviewed in June 2025
We hired K&R to replace our skirting around our mobile home. We were very pleased with their customer service, their professionalism, and their cleanliness before, during & cleaning up after. They were very responsive and knowledgeable about the best options to fit our wants and needs. Would use...
K & R Vinyl Siding
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Reviewed in March 2024
I am so pleased with my new home. Everything was handled very professionally and was always quick to answer any questions I had. Natasha was the best a helping me pick colors and make suggestions. If I ever build another home I will definitely use Dobbins again.
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Mr. Rivers was very professional ,Curtis on time, Cleaned up behind his self ..Well mannered I would highly recommend P R Electric Automation LLC company for any job and I would definitely call him for my next project .I I want to thank him publicly and tell him how much I appreciate hIS HELP
P R ELECTRICAL & AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
They have done multiple jobs for me. Always dependable and do a very detailed job. Great service from great people! Highly recommended!
Macs Landscaping
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Reviewed in October 2023
I would highly recommend Clifford & Sons Tree Service I had them remove a huge tree and grind the stump.This is an experienced professional company that will get the job done
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Reviewed in August 2023
Great work, very courteous and professional.
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Port City Plumbing

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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace - For BusinessPlumbing for a Remodel or Addition - Install+5 more

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly and professional! Job very well done. My water heater was nearly 17 years old and yesterday I had a leak and Mr Stan and Mr Phillip came promptly and helped me get the water heater of my choosing and installed in what seemed like no time. Very happy customer."

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Rustys Plumbing and Drain LLC

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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace+23 more

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I'm William Powell I go by Rusty I am the owner of Rusty's Plumbing and Drain. \nI have been in the plumbing industry for 20 years. I am a father and a husband we have three children together; in our spare time we love to camp. \n

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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists

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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Pumps are working great but outflow valves are not placed in good spots- one in too close to the driveway"

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Recommended by83%of homeowners

Bathtub Install or ReplaceShower Install or Replace

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1929

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"Bathtub is nice. But price was very high"

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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Refrigeration System - Install or ReplaceRefrigeration System - Install or Replace - For BusinessRefrigeration System - Repair or Service+1 more

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"Excellent service for a virtual format. Would definitely recommend this very affordable alternative to the traditional technician having to come to your home to evaluate and fix a malfunctioning appliance."

Response time1 day

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Apex Foundation Specialists, LLC

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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great company! Fantastic crew! Good morals! Impressive work ethic! Very clean, efficient, and timely! Had some cracking in my bicks and I was concerned none the less. I called 4 different foundation repair companies and I was immediately sold on Apex! There not the cheapest but to my personal experience they are absolutely the best. They told everything I needed to expect on the front end. And much to my surprise they fixed my foundation and bricks in less than a day. Then after all is said and done they have lifetime warranty?s on everything they do! If your having issues with your foundation, look no farther than Apex Foundation Specialist!!!"

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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

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46 year old man, spent time in residential and commercial building and on offshore oil platforms. I can handle most small to moderate repairs

Bathtub Install or ReplaceFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace - For Business+12 more

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The plumber that entered my home was, personable, professional, and efficient. I will definitely be utilizing their services again."

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For Business

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came out on a Sunday without charging extra. Took care of my problem. The plumber was very courteous and explained things thoroughly."

+31

Response time5 hrs

Response rate87%

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Patrick Plumbing - Facebook

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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+16 more

Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"Three other plumbers had looked at this outside faucet & either said it was too difficult because the pipes were old & the faucet seemed to be frozen, or it would involve going thru the brick wall, Or they would call me back once they looked into it. Patrick Plumbing showed up with NO excuses & FIXED IT! How nice. I will be calling them in the future for inside work that is coming up."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate91%

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

Building codes don’t allow homeowners or businesses to run sewer pipes and water lines in the same trench for safety and environmental purposes. If the sewer line started leaking, it would risk contaminating the water supply to your house, which threatens the health of you and your family. These lines need to be in separate trenches and may need to be separated both horizontally by around 5 to 10 or more feet and vertically by 12 to 18 or more inches.

In an emergency plumbing situation, taking the time to vet a plumber properly might not be feasible. Instead, it’s helpful to ask the following questions to gauge the experience and expertise of the plumber you’re considering quickly:

How many years of experience do you have?
Are you licensed and insured?
How quickly are you able to get to my property?

You can quickly check some online reviews and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) page for the plumber to get a sense of the quality of service they provide.

If you notice water coming out of the bottom of your tank or the flush handle, you obviously have a leaking tank. Water on the side of the tank can indicate cracks. Other signs include the toilet running and flushing without anyone touching the handle, needing to jiggle the handle to make the water stop after flushing, or needing to hold the handle down to empty the water tank.

Some of the problems with in-wall toilets include the complex installation, which might need extra framing. It is also more difficult to access the toilet tank for maintenance or troubleshooting because it’s behind the flush button panel and in the wall. Over time, you’ll spend more on maintenance because you’ll need a plumber to work on hidden plumbing.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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