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Q: How do you remove scale buildup from bathroom faucets?

• <div><p>White vinegar or baking soda can remove the crusty white deposits that minerals leave behind. A paper towel soaked in vinegar and wrapped around your faucet can effectively dissolve scale, but can be corrosive to some materials like brushed nickel if left on too long. For materials that can&rsquo;t withstand vinegar, a paste of baking soda and water applied with a toothbrush can gently scrub away scale deposits.</p></div>

Q: Can pipes freeze if the water heater is off?

• <div><p>Your pipes will not freeze just because you&rsquo;ve turned your water heater off. Rather, pipes freeze when temperatures outside drop below freezing and the pipes are not properly insulated. In fact, leaving your faucets trickling with warm water (from the water heater) is one of the best ways to prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter.</p><p>Your water heater itself may have problems in the cold, so it&rsquo;s important to winterize it each year. In addition, keep an eye on it throughout the year for problems and address any issues accordingly. For instance, here&rsquo;s what to do if your <a href="https://angi.com/articles/water-heater-leaking-from-top.htm">water heater is leaking from the top</a>.</p></div>

Q: What happens if a toilet is not vented?

• <div><p>If a toilet is not properly vented, you could experience issues like poor drainage, slow flushing, frequent clogs, malfunctioning traps, gurgling noises, and the release of sewer gasses. If left untreated, all of these issues could lead to longer term structural damage or (in the case of sewer gasses) harmful health side effects.</p></div>

Q: What does it sound like when a pipe is about to burst?

• <div><p>Different plumbing systems may sound different when a pipe is about to burst, so sounds alone are not a definitive indication of a burst pipe. However, dripping sounds indicate a leaking pipe, and there&rsquo;s a thin line between a small leak and a bursting overflow. Metallic sounds like clanging and rattling are common when a pipe bursts, though they can also indicate a normally functioning hot water system.</p></div>

Q: How long can pipes stay frozen without bursting?

• <div><p>Pipes tend to burst once frozen for 24 to 72 hours. It takes temperatures 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder for several days to freeze and burst pipes, rather than a day or two with temperatures hovering around freezing. When temperatures are dropping, it&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-to-drip-faucets.htm">time to drip faucets</a> and open cupboard doors that house pipes to circulate heated air. </p></div>

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Last update on August 26, 2026

Reviewed in August 2026
I couldn’t have asked to hire a better company for the job. I told them what I wanted and they brought the picture in my head to life even down to the slightest detail. The owner Colby is very good at communicating and explains everything down to a t. I would highly recommend them to anyone no...
Royal Landscape & Design
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Reviewed in January 2026
Great job! Great workers also. Very thorough and happy to do so!
Sweeps Integrity Cleaning
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Reviewed in January 2026
He did a wonderful job on our front porch in good timing!!
Dockside Doors & Construction
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Reviewed in December 2025
Spray Foam Genie Macon was Great a met with their rep he came out to my home assessed what I had. I told him what I wanted to do and the budget I was working with we together with the General Manager came up with a plan.Ended up doing the entire attic area with Spray foam and crawl spacethat...
Wartown Insulation
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Reviewed in June 2024
Great job and excellent people
Brazil Electric
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Reviewed in March 2023
Great customer service. We had quite a bit of damage from Hurricane Ian and they were helpful in working around the damaged areas. Very professional. Great communication. Arrived on time. Good value for the money spent.We would recommend them to anyone.
HD Insulation, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Trebble did an outstanding job in inspecting my home. I highly recommend him. He is efficient and picture details. The greatest!
Home Inspectors
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Reviewed in February 2023
If I could give 10 stars I would. I couldn't ask for better service and professionalism. Very knowledgeable with equipment and service time was outstanding. I am a very satisfied customer and would highly recommend them, looking forward to using them again.
K&J Morrison Properties, LLC.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Fredy and his team are exceptionally. I knew I had a wall issue from a repair a past contractor did that did not last. I received a number of quotes. Fredy was the most detailed about my situation and his availability to start the work. He advised me on the best way to fix my issues so that I...
Fredy Lemus Painting
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Reviewed in July 2022
Owner was on time, friendly guy and did an amazing job. Our driveway looks new! A+
Skidaway Island Pro Wash
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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

3.8(

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Walk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The tub was purchased by the Plumbing company I Hired to instal it"

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Five Star Bath Solutions of South Georgia

4.8(

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Shower Install or ReplaceWalk In Tub - Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Johnathan was my contractor with Five Star Bath Solutions. He was very professional and informative. He did a wonderful job on my shower."

+35

Response time3 hrs

Response rate96%

1778 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.2(

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

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great installation of a new replacement dishwasher. kknowledgeable and friendly Graet job! Highly recommend his services"

Response time1 day

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had several plumbers come out and just â repairâ a pipe, but it kept bursting. Mr. Porter and Mr. Lott come out, dug it up and completed replaced it, and I havenâ t had and issue since! The job was completed in a timely manner and they were professional throughout the job, super reliable and dependable. I will definitely be calling them for all my plumbing issues from now on."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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All Hours Emergency Plumber

4.7(

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Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+6 more

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"What an Amazing Company!! I had a Major Plumbing Issue after my son knocked the top off the toilet and busted the pipe that connects the water in to the wall. I got on Angie List and found Free Emergency Plumber.Com and within a half hour they were at my house. Not only did they fix the leak and the pipe for FREE, but the technician was also able to assist me in getting my house dried out (slightly flooded three or four rooms)! The guys at Free Emergency Plumber.Com even helped when dealing with my insurance company. Start to finish they handled just about everything for me, all I had to do was sit back and let them work. Amazing company, Amazing people, I highly recommend Free Emergency Plumber.Com."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Sump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A great job, easy to work with. Extra time to finish job due to custom access door. Worth it to us ,was not a problem."

Recommended by98%of homeowners

Drain Line Breakage - Camera LocateDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate - For BusinessFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or Replace+6 more

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great service, clean work, nice guys!"

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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AAA Basement Waterproofing

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Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff (the owner) came by to assess a crack I had seen in my foundation. He told me that it wasn't actually a crack in the foundation but a crack in some superficial cement that was smeared over the actual foundation and is just a cosmetic problem that doesn't need to be dealt with. He gave me some advice and recommendations for some gutter work and didn't charge me a dime.
I really do appreciate the honesty because I really hate getting a sales pitch. I'd recommend this company to anyone who is looking for someone to give an honest assessment and I trust them to do honest work if I ever need it in the future
"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+11 more

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Performed Power Scrub and Scotch Guard on carpets. Performed acid base cleaning on kitchen and bathroom tile floors. Would hire again."

+11

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Joan Of Arc Handyman services

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Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessRefrigeration System - Install or Replace+6 more

Serving Mcrae, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great job! Thorough and fast! I will be hiring this service for future handy needs."

+16

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

White vinegar or baking soda can remove the crusty white deposits that minerals leave behind. A paper towel soaked in vinegar and wrapped around your faucet can effectively dissolve scale, but can be corrosive to some materials like brushed nickel if left on too long. For materials that can’t withstand vinegar, a paste of baking soda and water applied with a toothbrush can gently scrub away scale deposits.

Your pipes will not freeze just because you’ve turned your water heater off. Rather, pipes freeze when temperatures outside drop below freezing and the pipes are not properly insulated. In fact, leaving your faucets trickling with warm water (from the water heater) is one of the best ways to prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter.

Your water heater itself may have problems in the cold, so it’s important to winterize it each year. In addition, keep an eye on it throughout the year for problems and address any issues accordingly. For instance, here’s what to do if your water heater is leaking from the top.

If a toilet is not properly vented, you could experience issues like poor drainage, slow flushing, frequent clogs, malfunctioning traps, gurgling noises, and the release of sewer gasses. If left untreated, all of these issues could lead to longer term structural damage or (in the case of sewer gasses) harmful health side effects.

Different plumbing systems may sound different when a pipe is about to burst, so sounds alone are not a definitive indication of a burst pipe. However, dripping sounds indicate a leaking pipe, and there’s a thin line between a small leak and a bursting overflow. Metallic sounds like clanging and rattling are common when a pipe bursts, though they can also indicate a normally functioning hot water system.

Pipes tend to burst once frozen for 24 to 72 hours. It takes temperatures 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder for several days to freeze and burst pipes, rather than a day or two with temperatures hovering around freezing. When temperatures are dropping, it’s time to drip faucets and open cupboard doors that house pipes to circulate heated air.

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