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Q: How are pipes connected in a bathroom?

• <div><p>Pipes are connected in a bathroom by a 3/4-inch to 1-inch line running from your water meter into your home. The line then splits, with the hot water line going to your water heater and the cold water line running into your home. The cold water line leads to the 1/2-inch water supply lines for your home&rsquo;s toilet, tub, and sink. The hot water line runs from the water heater to all sinks and baths.</p></div>

Q: What are the symptoms of a bad mixing valve?

• <div><p>The signs of a bad mixing valve in a shower include water that&rsquo;s scalding hot or freezing cold, a leak in your shower, a lack of hot water, and low water pressure. If you suspect there&rsquo;s a problem with the mixing valve, call a pro to inspect your shower and replace the valve if necessary.</p></div>

Q: How do you flush a water softener?

• <div><p>Flushing a water softener is another way to refer to a thorough cleaning of the system. The process involves several steps, including disconnecting electrical power from the system, physically draining the water and salt from the brine tank, scrubbing away deposits, putting the system back together, and performing a regeneration to clean the resin and resin tank.</p></div>

Q: Can you hear a pipe burst?

• <div><p>Sometimes when a pipe bursts in a house, it makes a clang or popping noise; however, that doesn&rsquo;t mean you&rsquo;ll hear it. Newer pipes tend to be quieter than older pipes. Plus, a pipe can easily burst out of earshot, especially if it&rsquo;s a floor or two away from you. </p><p>If you do hear an unusual popping noise, consider hiring a plumber to inspect your pipes. Most of the time, you&rsquo;re more likely to notice a burst pipe either from a visible leak or because water won&rsquo;t run out of your tap properly.</p></div>

Q: Is there a tool to measure pipe size?

• <div><p>To measure pipe size, you can use a ruler, a soft tape measure, or a caliper. You can find a special pipe caliper that has iron or copper pipe sizes already marked. Rulers work if the end of the pipe is exposed. If your pipe is still attached to the plumbing, you&rsquo;ll need to go for a soft tape measure or caliper.</p></div>

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Magic Electric, Plumbing, Heating + Air- Boise

4.6(

237

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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearWater Heater - Repair or Service+4 more

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Nice and professional. Did a great job!"

Response time8 hrs

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Marathon Plumbing Co LLC

5.0(

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Shower Install or ReplaceFaucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace+26 more

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Our hot water heater quit running Sunday morning. We got on Angie's list and put out an sos. Vince with Marathon plumbing answered us quickly and came out to our house within the hour. And we had hot running water by 12:30 p.m. they've installed an overflow relief valve to our floor drain in our basement. The work was done quickly and with good quality. And disposed of our old one. Thank you, Vince."

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Perfect Plumbing and Air

4.2(

179

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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceWater Main - Install, Replace or RepairWater Heater - Install or Replace+10 more

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very kind and helpful. They were affordable and tried every possible thing to fix a clogged drain before resorting to more drastic measures. Very much appreciate them!"

Response time1 day

Response rate88%

131 neighbors recently requested a quote

Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wade Osterhauf installed our bath to shower conversion all in one day. His work was excellent and very professional. I would highly recommend Wade anytime for a job well done. John Duris, Hailey Idaho"

Response time1 day

91 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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DaBella - Boise (Bath)

3.7(

752

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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Erik and Cody were the ones to assist me. They were fantastic and patient with me, especially in my time of need as the last big wind storm we had greatly damaged my roof."

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Tranquility Bath Remodel

5.0(

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Shower Install or ReplaceWalk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over a decade of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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672

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

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I thought getting ready for the virtual chat was a little difficult, but once everything was set up it was relatively easy and he was able to diagnose the problem. It was very cheap ($30)."

Response time1 day

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Your Home Improvement Company, LLC

3.0(

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Bathtub Install or ReplaceShower Install or ReplaceWalk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a bathroom remodel with a walk in shower. Our installer was great for the most part. He was here a week or so before scheduled. We did not get the flooring we requested, I don?t mind that the floor is nice. We requested frosted shower doors but received clear. When they came by for the final payment we told them. The new doors were ordered, we were told at that time. It?s been three months and someone called again today about the final payment?my husband informed him that we still didn?t have the correct doors and that the correct plumbing vent had not been installed. They are a very personable company, but not always correct or fast."

Bathtub Install or ReplaceDrain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For Business+17 more

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was professional. I would recommend them for all your plumbing needs."

+10

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Bathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For BusinessShower Install or Replace+2 more

Serving Bruneau, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great service, and pleasant team of individuals. I will use them on futures projects. Thanks again!"

+11

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

Pipes are connected in a bathroom by a 3/4-inch to 1-inch line running from your water meter into your home. The line then splits, with the hot water line going to your water heater and the cold water line running into your home. The cold water line leads to the 1/2-inch water supply lines for your home’s toilet, tub, and sink. The hot water line runs from the water heater to all sinks and baths.

The signs of a bad mixing valve in a shower include water that’s scalding hot or freezing cold, a leak in your shower, a lack of hot water, and low water pressure. If you suspect there’s a problem with the mixing valve, call a pro to inspect your shower and replace the valve if necessary.

Flushing a water softener is another way to refer to a thorough cleaning of the system. The process involves several steps, including disconnecting electrical power from the system, physically draining the water and salt from the brine tank, scrubbing away deposits, putting the system back together, and performing a regeneration to clean the resin and resin tank.

Sometimes when a pipe bursts in a house, it makes a clang or popping noise; however, that doesn’t mean you’ll hear it. Newer pipes tend to be quieter than older pipes. Plus, a pipe can easily burst out of earshot, especially if it’s a floor or two away from you.

If you do hear an unusual popping noise, consider hiring a plumber to inspect your pipes. Most of the time, you’re more likely to notice a burst pipe either from a visible leak or because water won’t run out of your tap properly.

To measure pipe size, you can use a ruler, a soft tape measure, or a caliper. You can find a special pipe caliper that has iron or copper pipe sizes already marked. Rulers work if the end of the pipe is exposed. If your pipe is still attached to the plumbing, you’ll need to go for a soft tape measure or caliper.

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