What should the pipe size be for the main water line to the house?

• <div><p>The standard size of a pipe for the main water line ranges between 3/4 inch to 1 inch in diameter, but ultimately, the size will depend on your household size and its square footage. Depending on the size of the property, the water line size can range upwards to 1.5” in diameter for a very large house nearing 10,000 sq. ft. Incorrect pipe sizing can lead to potential damages and leaks. To avoid incorrect sizing, consider getting help from a local plumbing professional who can help you choose the right size and material for your pipe.</p></div>

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Q: At what temperature should I leave my house so the pipes don't freeze?

• <div><p>Once the outside weather drops below 32 degrees, your pipes are at risk of freezing. Adjusting&mdash;or lowering&mdash;the thermostat is a common practice before going to bed or when leaving the house. If you want to keep your pipes from freezing, keep the thermostat set at no less than 55 degrees (so long as temperatures are below freezing). </p></div>

Q: Can liquid drain cleaner make a clog worse?

• <div><p>A liquid drain cleaner can sometimes make a clog worse over time if you use it improperly or too much. The chemicals in drain cleaners can corrode and damage pipes, causing cracks and leaks that may cause further blockages. If the clog is more than the liquid drain cleaner can handle, the cleaner will simply add chemicals to a bigger overall problem.</p></div>

Q: What year did they stop using polybutylene pipes?

• <div><p>The use of polybutylene pipes stopped in mid-1996 in the U.S., following a class action lawsuit that was filed against polybutylene plumbing manufacturers. Homes built between 1978 and 1996 are most likely to have polybutylene plumbing. </p></div>

Q: What is the cost of rough-in basement bathroom plumbing?

• <div><p>The cost of rough-in basement bathroom plumbing can be less expensive than the cost of rough-in plumbing in the rest of the house. Materials, labor, and fixtures make up the bulk of the price, but plumbing and electrical are often nearby to where your basement bathroom fixtures will be.</p></div>

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Last update on November 15, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Samuel worked fast and efficiently to get our water pipes repaired when we had a leak. He went above and beyond to get the repairs done.
Collective Enterprise
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Reviewed in May 2024
Installed a back-up sump pump. Great job! Thank you!
Tri-State Water, Power & Air
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Reviewed in January 2024
First, Iâ m a real customer. Iâ ve had other plumbing companyâ s here and they just snaked the line but the problem was never corrected. Not only that the employees were shady. It was wasted money every time. Andrew from Zoom Drain came in and ran his camera through the drain showing it...
Zoom Drain St. Louis
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Reviewed in February 2022
Workmanship was outstanding and the installers were very professional. Everything was done in a timely mater
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc. (St. Louis)*
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Reviewed in November 2021
Bought a car stereo for my son in August, spent $700 for a radio and install. Felt it was overpriced but worth making my son happy. After installing in my son‘s car, the battery kept draining. They made us wait four more weeks before they tried to fix it. Still draining in one night time. So not...
AUDIO VIDEO PROFESSIONALS
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Reviewed in July 2020
Good got the drain unclogged
Advanced Plumbing Systems
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Reviewed in May 2018
They put in a pipe with calking, instead of a threaded drain. The shower leaked, ruined our subfloor and tile, and we are now replacing the entire bathroom, including the floors. The current plumbers disclosed to us what shoddy work they did. They also did not support the shower, so it got big...
Bob's Plumbing Co
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Reviewed in August 2017
The technician came out to snake the tub drain which was draining slowly. He used a motor powered cable to snake it. It was very rough and I could feel the vibrations from it all the way outside on the deck. When I went downstairs, there was water pouring from the ceiling and down the walls of...
The Sewer Pros
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Reviewed in October 2016
The service tech was very prompt, friendly, worked quickly and got the job done in about 2 hours. He cut out old copper pipe that was leaking and installed new copper pipe with shut off valves. Tested and re checked for leaks before he left. Great job. Plan on using them in the future.
BOND PLUMBING CO
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Reviewed in February 2015
The technician came out and installed the hardware and wiring. The receiver is a small rectangular device that is installed on the roof of the house. A small connection box is located inside the house. The entire installation went well and looks very good.
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