How often should you descale your pipes?

• <div><p>The general rule of thumb is that you should clean your pipes every <b>18 to 22 months</b>,<b> </b>although the process for cleaning depends on the severity of the issue and what type of pipes you have.</p><p>That being said, regular maintenance on your pipes can help prevent the need for a full-on replacement and help extend the lifetime of your pipes by quite a bit.</p></div>

Can you put plumber’s tape over old plumber’s tape?

• <div><p>No, putting new plumber’s tape over old plumber’s tape is not recommended. The old tape connection may not be completely adhered and could cause a leak. </p><p>Instead, remove the old tape completely, clean off the pipe threads with a clean rag and wire brush if needed, then apply new plumber’s tape to make your connection.</p></div>

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Q: What maintenance is necessary to keep a walk-in tub in good condition?

• <div><p>Regular cleaning, checking seals, and ensuring faucets remain functional help maintain performance, along with periodic inspections.</p></div>

Q: How do you know if a radiator valve is open or closed?

• <div><p>If you go to turn it counterclockwise and it won&rsquo;t turn anymore, it&rsquo;s open. Like most other valves, you should be able to turn a radiator valve counterclockwise (to the left) to open it and clockwise (right) to close it. To close a radiator valve, turn it clockwise until you meet some resistance and can&rsquo;t turn anymore, but do so carefully to avoid breaking the valve. </p></div>

Q: Can you pour water in the toilet tank to help it flush?

• <div><p>Yes, you can fill your toilet tank manually to help it flush, or you can pour the water directly into the bowl to flush it manually. This will work for the majority of toilets, as most use a gravity feed system. However, you should only ever use this as a temporary solution. If your toilet tank isn&rsquo;t filling, you should find out why. First, make sure the speedy valve connected to your toilet and your water main are open. If that doesn&rsquo;t solve the issue, call in a professional to address the problem.</p></div>

Q: Can you put plumber’s tape over old plumber’s tape?

• <div><p>No, putting new plumber&rsquo;s tape over old plumber&rsquo;s tape is not recommended. The old tape connection may not be completely adhered and could cause a leak. </p><p>Instead, remove the old tape completely, clean off the pipe threads with a clean rag and wire brush if needed, then apply new plumber&rsquo;s tape to make your connection.</p></div>

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Last update on November 28, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
I highly recommend Bay State Bath. The installers did a fabulous job efficient ,respectful. When done they cleaned up the area and you would never know they had been here. If you’re thinking of installing a walk-in shower, do it now, you won’t regret it. I should’ve done it years ago.
Bay State Bath
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very good price. Mark was on time and replaced my outside faucet and replaced my two handle kitchen faucet with a one handle. While putting in kitchen faucet, there was a leak found in the pipes that he fixed .
Mark Reddan Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in December 2022
They did a lot electrical work for us including installing lights, switches, ceiling fan, outlets, lighted mirrors as well as moving and installing cable. They did an amazing job. Tim and Mike were great to work with.
Cotti-Johnson Heating-Cooling-Electrical
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Reviewed in January 2022
Tech came to look at gas burner that was not working. Charged me $350 for diagnosis and replaced a fuse on the computer board. I asked him if he could winterize the house if the burner could not be fixed. He left the house saying everything was ok but later I noticed that there was no...
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Mass
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Reviewed in August 2020
Patrick who was the representitive arrived at my house on time and was very very pleasant. He explained everything. He was very honest and thorough. He put a rush on my walk in shower because of my surgery. He even made a second trip back to my house because my husband wanted to ask more...
Newpro Operating, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
Hercules arrived on time, tested washer to re-create problem, snaked the drain line open and then opened up cap higher in the line to watch washer discharge into the pipe. They offered a suggestion to prevent problems in the future.
Hercules C&G Drain Co
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Reviewed in March 2017
The pipes were laid in the 30's and looked like sponges, I am surprised we only had two leaks. They did a fabulous job.
Panton Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in January 2017
Nick arrived promptly and diagnosed the problem. He also found a crack in the PVC drain pipe (which had been leaking under the counter) and informed us that the disposal had been installed without a trap, contrary to code (resulting in backup sewer smell). He cleared the faucet obstruction...
NYP Plumbing and Heating LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
I called Matt on a Saturday and asked if he could take a look at a leak in my bathroom (water was coming from behind my recessed medicine cabinet and from the top of the window frame). He looked at it on Monday and repaired a spot in my roof on Tuesday. He replaced the old plywood, the pipe...
South Coast Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2015
Very impressed.. He showed up as promised and after assessing the situation, cleared the blockage out of drain pipe.
Rhino Rooter Sewer & Drain Specialist
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DryZone Basement Systems

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DryZone Basement Systems is your local expert for ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! We specialize in basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair, as well as sump pump installation. Whether your sump pump doesn't turn back on or you have a chronic wet basement, we have the solution! We are a multi-year Super Service Award winner, dating back to 2010 and offer free estimates for everyone. We serve homeowners across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

"From start to finish DryZone made everything easy. Thank you"

Hutch H on April 2025

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Pioneer Basement

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Customers say: Super punctual

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41 years of experience

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

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Gault Enterprises, LLC is a family owned and operated business offering innovative plumbing, heating, and gas solutions to all of Cape Cod. With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in high-efficiency heating systems and creative plumbing solutions. We value honesty, reliability, attention to detail, and our work ethic sets us apart from our competitors. We offer free quotes and estimates, and always take the time to discuss your options so you can make the best informed decision for you and your family. We only use the highest quality materials and offer warranties on all of our labor and materials, so you can feel confident that Gault Enterprises is a name that you can trust. New construction, remodeling, maintenance, and repair.

"We had carbon dioxide detectors going off, called the Fire Dept, our gas plumber, and the Town Gas Inspector. They eventually determined the gas leak was coming from a cracked heat exchanger in the gas furnace, which required a total replacement. I had already called 8 HVAC companies who couldn't help due to heavy no-heat calls. So I called Gault, who was able to order me a replacement which arrived yesterday morning. His employee came and worked all day on Chr Eve installing the new furnace. He stayed into the evening until I had heat. Amazing service. They all went out of their way to help us when we were in a really bad situation."

Joanne W on December 2024

"We had carbon dioxide detectors going off, called the Fire Dept, our gas plumber, and the Town Gas Inspector. They eventually determined the gas leak was coming from a cracked heat exchanger in the gas furnace, which required a total replacement. I had already called 8 HVAC companies who couldn't help due to heavy no-heat calls. So I called Gault, who was able to order me a replacement which arrived yesterday morning. His employee came and worked all day on Chr Eve installing the new furnace. He stayed into the evening until I had heat. Amazing service. They all went out of their way to help us when we were in a really bad situation."

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Drain Pipe Installation questions, answered by experts

Regular cleaning, checking seals, and ensuring faucets remain functional help maintain performance, along with periodic inspections.

The general rule of thumb is that you should clean your pipes every 18 to 22 months, although the process for cleaning depends on the severity of the issue and what type of pipes you have.

That being said, regular maintenance on your pipes can help prevent the need for a full-on replacement and help extend the lifetime of your pipes by quite a bit.

If you go to turn it counterclockwise and it won’t turn anymore, it’s open. Like most other valves, you should be able to turn a radiator valve counterclockwise (to the left) to open it and clockwise (right) to close it. To close a radiator valve, turn it clockwise until you meet some resistance and can’t turn anymore, but do so carefully to avoid breaking the valve.

Yes, you can fill your toilet tank manually to help it flush, or you can pour the water directly into the bowl to flush it manually. This will work for the majority of toilets, as most use a gravity feed system. However, you should only ever use this as a temporary solution. If your toilet tank isn’t filling, you should find out why. First, make sure the speedy valve connected to your toilet and your water main are open. If that doesn’t solve the issue, call in a professional to address the problem.

No, putting new plumber’s tape over old plumber’s tape is not recommended. The old tape connection may not be completely adhered and could cause a leak.

Instead, remove the old tape completely, clean off the pipe threads with a clean rag and wire brush if needed, then apply new plumber’s tape to make your connection.

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