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Q: 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>

Q: How long does it take for hair to dissolve in a drain?

• <div><p>It takes hair about <b>two years </b>to dissolve on its own in the drain without the use of any tool or help. Fortunately, using a drain snake, plunger, or any of the actions mentioned above to dissolve the hair will help get rid of the clog in as little as 15 minutes. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to fix a shower leak behind the wall?

• <div><p>Like many other repair projects, the cost to fix a behind-the-wall shower leak depends on several factors. The cost of your repair may depend on the type of leak (from a clog or burst pipe), type of piping, and location of the leak. The extent of the issue and how difficult it is to access the pipes can greatly impact and increase your price. On average, you can expect to pay around <b>$150 to $600</b> to repair a leaking shower.</p></div>

Q: How long does a burst pipe take to do serious water damage?

• <div><p>A burst pipe can cause serious water damage within <b>24 hours</b>. Once a leak or flood starts, mold can develop, floors and walls can become saturated, electronics can be damaged, and structural issues can occur. This process may be accelerated depending on the severity of the burst pipe. Call an emergency plumber immediately when a pipe bursts in your home.</p></div>

Q: What happens if I don't replace cast iron pipes?

• <div><p>Replacing cast iron pipes when they&rsquo;ve reached the end of their life span is key to preventing leaks and clogs. Over time, cast iron pipes corrode and experience <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-your-sewer-line-need-replacing-or-descaling.htm">pipe scale</a>, which thickens the inside of the walls and increases the chance of clogs while also decreasing water flow. As the material deteriorates, you could experience costly leaks that increase reparation expenses. </p><p>Cast iron can last between 50 and 75 years, but it&rsquo;s still a good idea to check for leaks as your pipes approach the 25-year mark, as pipes can already show signs of deterioration within the first three decades.</p></div>

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Hawthorne Plumbing Heating & Cooling

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Water Heater - Repair or ServiceSewer Main - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear+7 more

Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely professional and very courteous. I loved all the little touches, for example, texting a picture of the plumber that was going to be doing the work before he arrived."

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Riley Plumbing & Heating

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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceTankless Water Heater - InstallWater Main - Install, Replace or Repair+22 more

Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"Two years ago Riley Plumbing and Heating replaced the corroded galvanized water pipe from the street meter to my house, so I was very surprised to have another water leak in the back yard last month. Riley Plumbing came out again, and found that the new leak was due to another corroded galvanized pipe that was supplying water to the back yard irrigation system. They replaced this pipe, tying the water supply to the irrigation system to the water line they installed two years ago. Mike Rojas, Luis Ortiz and Aiden did the work in a professional manner, and left the back yard in good shape for re-seeding this fall. (Hopefully no more corroded pipes in my yard!)"

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Hawthorne Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling

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Drain Clog or Blockage - ClearDrain Clog or Blockage - Clear - For BusinessDrain Line Breakage - Camera Locate+7 more

Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"The plumber worked hard at getting it done correctly even though he ran into a couple of problems. The end result was just fine."

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

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Walk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bathtub is nice. But price was very high"

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Bruce MacKay Pump & Well Service, Inc.

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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - InstallSump Pump - Repair or Replace

Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Credit card accepted

"Hired to do residential well inspection."

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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In business since 2016

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"Don P. was great! He explained exactly what we needed to do and told us how to order the parts and save money. Thank you"

Response time1 day

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Very responsible. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

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Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

General handyman things, light electrical, landscaping, painting, plumbing and pretty much anything else. I also know my limits, so if there is something I am not 100% certain I can do up to standards then I will be honest. Cost is always negotiable with me.

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Silver State Plumbing LLC

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Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

"I will never call another plumbing company! Mike and Matt were awesome. They were friendly, knowledgeable and quick. They got the job done perfectly in under an hour. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for plumbing."

Recommended by3%of homeowners

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Serving Empire, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with their service. I would absolutely hire them again!"

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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

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.

It takes hair about two years to dissolve on its own in the drain without the use of any tool or help. Fortunately, using a drain snake, plunger, or any of the actions mentioned above to dissolve the hair will help get rid of the clog in as little as 15 minutes.

Like many other repair projects, the cost to fix a behind-the-wall shower leak depends on several factors. The cost of your repair may depend on the type of leak (from a clog or burst pipe), type of piping, and location of the leak. The extent of the issue and how difficult it is to access the pipes can greatly impact and increase your price. On average, you can expect to pay around $150 to $600 to repair a leaking shower.

A burst pipe can cause serious water damage within 24 hours. Once a leak or flood starts, mold can develop, floors and walls can become saturated, electronics can be damaged, and structural issues can occur. This process may be accelerated depending on the severity of the burst pipe. Call an emergency plumber immediately when a pipe bursts in your home.

Replacing cast iron pipes when they’ve reached the end of their life span is key to preventing leaks and clogs. Over time, cast iron pipes corrode and experience pipe scale, which thickens the inside of the walls and increases the chance of clogs while also decreasing water flow. As the material deteriorates, you could experience costly leaks that increase reparation expenses.

Cast iron can last between 50 and 75 years, but it’s still a good idea to check for leaks as your pipes approach the 25-year mark, as pipes can already show signs of deterioration within the first three decades.

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