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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>

Q: What is a water hammer?

• <div><p>A water hammer refers to the banging or knocking sound you hear in your water pipes after you turn off your faucet or when your washing machine or dishwater fills. This happens when highly pressurized water suddenly stops moving in your pipes due to a valve closing or your well pump shutting down quickly. Try adjusting the pressure setting on your water pressure tank&mdash;it should be below 50 psi (pounds per square inch). Or have a plumber install a water hammer arrestor.</p></div>

Q: What temperature do pipes freeze in a house?

• <div><p>Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but the actual <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-temperature-pipes-freeze.htm">temperature that can cause frozen pipes</a> can vary. Generally, it takes 12 hours for pipes to freeze at 32 degrees Fahrenheit.</p><p>Uninsulated pipes can freeze if it&rsquo;s 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder for over three hours. If your pipes are insulated, it can take six hours or longer for pipes to freeze. Note that some pipe types freeze more often than PEX pipes. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pex-or-copper-pipe-more-likely-freeze.htm">Copper pipes freeze</a> more often because the copper conducts energy and loses heat quickly.</p></div>

Q: How to find hidden water leaks in a house?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll have to look around the house to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-find-leak.htm">find different sources of a hidden leak</a>. Check for water under the sinks in the kitchen, bathrooms, and utility rooms. Look at your bathtubs, showers, and toilets, including inside the toilet tanks. Puddles can form around your water heater, so take a good look around it. Inspect appliances like your washer, dishwasher, and refrigerator as well. Look for stains on the walls and ceilings, and listen for drips and running water.</p></div>

Q: How much does water leak detection cost?

• <div><p>Water leak detection normally costs between $100 and $500, depending on the severity of the leak, its location, and the methods used for detection. Some water leak detection services will also vary in cost based on location. This also holds true for the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-repair-water-damage.htm">cost of water damage restoration</a>, as building material costs vary by location.</p></div>

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Scheduling took some phone tag but besides that they did great. Had them clean our wood stove flue pipe. They were dead honest about it, said that despite burning 24/7 all last winter it was pretty clean overall and that we really shouldn't need another cleaning for a 3 or 4 more years. Even...
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Marvin was easy to work with, installed a metal roof on our house and detached garage in 2 days! Our house looks great and he was much more affordable than anyone else!
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wonderful, they did a beautiful job they're quick.
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10/10 recommend Freedom Excavating for any concrete job! They do amazing work with all concrete but especially with stamped/decorative concrete. I love my back patio that they did! Great group of guys as well!
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We had basement guttering installed. The crew we had did the job in a timely fashion and did a great job. They were friendly, professional, and helpful. They did a great job cleaning up afterwards. I have absolutely no complaints and would hire them again.
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The Shower Company

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

Serving Braymer, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Small jobs welcome

"Roger and his team did a wonderful job installing my new deep soaker tub and surround walls, also in one day! I chose Roger as my contractor to support his small business during the COVID pandemic."

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Response time7 hrs

Response rate96%

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Water Heater - Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Repair or ServiceDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear+19 more

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In business since 1997

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"Amanda at Gash Plumbing was more than helpful to work through my issues I had. Kurt with Gash Plumbing has been very responsive and quick to get me scheduled for assistance with a plumbing leak. I am very happy with their services and highly recommend them!!"

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West Shore Home Kansas City

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In business since 2006

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"This company is easy to work with! Great installation. James and Andrew arrived on time, worked diligently, were quite pleasant, and they left our home as clean as it was when they arrived. They installed a corner shower in our lower-level half bath, and it is perfect! We also found our salesperson Steven to be professional, friendly and very helpful. West Shore Home is a company I will recommend to anyone wanting a shower or tub installed. Great work guys!"

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Mad City Windows & Baths

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"everyone we worked with was wonderful!! Although it costed a little more then I could afford, I had a stroke and needed a shower. They did a fine job!"

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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

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In business since 1929

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"The installers were so respectful of our house. They were neat and cleaned every thinh up. I love my walk in shower."

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"I used Tin Lizzee to diagnosis my refrigerator. John S. was very knowledgeable and helpful in diagnosing the problem. Lucky for us it was a minor repair. This is a wonderful service that was quick and efficient and affordable. Unlike the other place that I called that wanted to charge me $89-129 for a diagnostic and could not come out until about 2 weeks later. I definitely will use Tin Lizzee again for future appliance issues. I will tell all my friends and family about this service also. Thank you John S and Tin Lizzee for such wonderful customer service."

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Foundation Recovery Systems

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Serving Braymer, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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Warranties offered

"The service was great! They were very professional and got the work done quickly. They made sure we understood everything they would be doing and answered all questions. I highly recommend using Foundation Recovery Systems. Not only are they professional but also more affordable than most companies."

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Four Seasons Home Products - Bath

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In business since 1971

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Warranties offered

"Arrived on time and did such a wonderful job on my new bathroom. Amazing what they can do in such a short amount of time. Everything turned out beautiful. I would definitely recommend this company."

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Response time6 hrs

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Leaf Home Bath of Kansas City

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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Braymer, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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Transform your bathroom in just one day with professional bath and shower remodeling services. Explore our low-entry walk-in tubs and walk-in shower installations to see why a Leaf Home Bath's renovation makes all the difference. Life is full of uncertainties, but whether you can stay in the home you love shouldn't be one of them. Offering direct-to-consumer in-home comfort solutions, our team provides well-deserved peace of mind to families, caretakers, and anyone caring for a loved one. Leaf Home Bath transforms homes through high-quality accessibility solutions that improve mobility and independence. With products backed by limited lifetime warranties, flexible payment options, and hassle-free installations, the Leaf Home Bath team prides itself on making home upgrades easy. Call us today to create a spa-like retreat in the comfort of your own home!

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Jamison Plumbing & Home Services LLC

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Serving Braymer, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

A water hammer refers to the banging or knocking sound you hear in your water pipes after you turn off your faucet or when your washing machine or dishwater fills. This happens when highly pressurized water suddenly stops moving in your pipes due to a valve closing or your well pump shutting down quickly. Try adjusting the pressure setting on your water pressure tank—it should be below 50 psi (pounds per square inch). Or have a plumber install a water hammer arrestor.

Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but the actual temperature that can cause frozen pipes can vary. Generally, it takes 12 hours for pipes to freeze at 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Uninsulated pipes can freeze if it’s 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder for over three hours. If your pipes are insulated, it can take six hours or longer for pipes to freeze. Note that some pipe types freeze more often than PEX pipes. Copper pipes freeze more often because the copper conducts energy and loses heat quickly.

You’ll have to look around the house to find different sources of a hidden leak. Check for water under the sinks in the kitchen, bathrooms, and utility rooms. Look at your bathtubs, showers, and toilets, including inside the toilet tanks. Puddles can form around your water heater, so take a good look around it. Inspect appliances like your washer, dishwasher, and refrigerator as well. Look for stains on the walls and ceilings, and listen for drips and running water.

Water leak detection normally costs between $100 and $500, depending on the severity of the leak, its location, and the methods used for detection. Some water leak detection services will also vary in cost based on location. This also holds true for the cost of water damage restoration, as building material costs vary by location.

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