How often do pipes need to be checked?

• <div><p>We recommend scheduling routine plumbing inspections once a year for an average house. Older homes may need more frequent inspections, while newer homes might get by with less frequent inspections—every two years. Homes with many mature tree species known for extensive root systems also benefit from more inspections, as roots are a common culprit for cracked sewer and water lines.</p></div>

What are the most common plumbing problems?

• <div><p>Some of the most common plumbing repairs are certainly no small issues. The good news is that plumbers typically deal with these problems frequently and have the parts and tools ready to take care of them quickly and efficiently. These common problems include:</p><ul><li><p>Clogged drains: $75–$250</p></li><li><p>Clogged toilet: $125–$300</p></li><li><p>Bathtub and shower: $100–$600</p></li><li><p>Faucet or showerhead: $200–$350</p></li><li><p>Sink pipe: $200–$500</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-toilet-repairs-cost.htm">Toilet repair</a>: $150–$400</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Will pipes eventually thaw on their own?

• <div><p>Yes. Pipes will thaw on their own as the weather warms up and gets above freezing. Once it warms up, it should take a day or two for pipes to thaw. If you’re worried about your pipes bursting and warm weather isn’t coming for a few days, you should take precautions to keep your pipes as warm as possible.</p></div>

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Q: Can you dissolve hair in a drain?

• <div><p>It might be possible to dissolve hair caught in a drain, but it&rsquo;s usually not a good way to go about clearing the clog. Some sources mention that baking soda and vinegar can do the trick, but this won&rsquo;t actually dissolve the hair. The hydrochloric acid in drain cleaners can dissolve the hair over time, but it will much more quickly destroy your plumbing pipes and leave you with bigger issues. The best way to remove hair is to do it manually with a drain snake or to have a plumber use an auger to pull clogs out.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a back pressure valve and a backflow preventer?

• <div><p>A back pressure valve is a control valve used on production vessels, such as separators, treaters, and free water knockouts. The valve holds pressure until a set point is reached, and then releases upstream pressure to reset. Back pressure valves are not safety mechanisms. Instead, they are regulators designed to keep the fluid, gas, or liquid mixture in a system at a certain pressure level to prevent bursts and other incidents.</p><p>Meanwhile, a backflow preventer is a safety mechanism that kicks in when the pressure has already failed and contaminated water flows in the reverse direction. Most backflow preventers consist of two one-way valves, or check valves assembled together. This design only allows water to pass through in one direction but not the other.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2025
Vern came out and did an excelent job installing an EV receptical and fixing some other issues my house had. He was very professional and very knowledgeable. 10 out of 10 recommend. Will be in touch for future projects.
D.E.I. ELECTRIC INC.
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Reviewed in July 2024
These people are scammers. Quoted $55k to replace the pipes in the house and insurance declined. Then quoted $18k to locate leak and repair by tearing up floors and walls. Insurance approved $12k and we were on the hook for $6k. They came out to detect the areas for the leak. The day they came...
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Reviewed in April 2015
I had Mike do a lot of work, clearing out all my drains, pumping out my septic tank, and putting in a new leech field. It made for a big project, but Mike and his guys did a great job, My property has a lot of landscaping, and despite a substantial amount of digging with heavy equipment to put...
Mike The Plumber
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Reviewed in December 2014
didn't work, at first . . had to come out again . . finally got heater to work . . said it needed other parts . . bought and installed.
HVAC THERAPY
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Reviewed in March 2014
Efficient, professional and speedy installation. Todd has a facility for explaining what he intends to do regarding the job (and why) in layman's terms. No jargon. In my opinion a very good businessman and an indispensable vendor when you have electrical issues.
Hill Electric Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
Kirk's store is now open all the time so it took a while to find it open. He had a lot to choose from and the girl was very helpful in the store. Had a few set backs with the stone but all went well when it finally arrived. Because this was my first time at renovation, I should have asked a...
Kirk's Cabinets & Countertops
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Reviewed in September 2010
Apparently the shingles he recommended and which I selected were high quality materials. The completed job looked OK, but it turned out that the shingles had been installed with nails that were too short. Within a couple of years shingles began blowing off. (The roofing contractor who replaced...
CARSON ROOFING
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