What home temperature should you set so pipes don’t freeze?

• <div><p>If you plan to be away from home and aren’t using your heat, you should still set your thermostat to at least <b>55 degrees Fahrenheit</b> to keep pipes from freezing. That way, you won’t return home to water damage from burst pipes and can avoid an expensive, messy repair.</p></div>

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Q: How long do PEX pipes last?

• <div><p>PEX pipes last up to 50 years on average, though they often last longer. This lifespan is comparable to that of galvanized steel, which ranges from 40 to 100 years. However, PEX piping is less likely to crack or break due to temperature changes. Due to that and the fact that it's easier to work with, many plumbers and DIYers are choosing PEX tubes over traditional metal piping.</p></div>

Q: What home temperature should you set so pipes don’t freeze?

• <div><p>If you plan to be away from home and aren&rsquo;t using your heat, you should still set your thermostat to at least <b>55 degrees Fahrenheit</b> to keep pipes from freezing. That way, you won&rsquo;t return home to water damage from burst pipes and can avoid an expensive, messy repair.</p></div>

Q: Can I put vinegar in the toilet tank?

• <div><p>Yes, you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-toilet-tank.htm">clean a toilet tank</a> with white vinegar. Before you do, shut off the water supply to the toilet. Then, flush it to empty the tank. Next, combine one part vinegar with one part water in a spray bottle and spray the mixture inside the tank. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then rinse away the vinegar by pouring clean water into the tank. Make sure the tank is empty, then dip a scrub brush in vinegar and clean the tank&rsquo;s inside walls. Turn the water back on and flush again to rinse away the vinegar.</p></div>

Q: Can a slab leak cause a sinkhole?

• <div><p>It is possible for a slab leak to cause a sinkhole, but it would have to be a particularly serious leak. A slab leak causes the land under your home to erode and if there is enough movement depressions will form in the ground, potentially causing a sinkhole.</p></div>

Q: Does the subfloor go under the toilet flange?

• <div><p>The toilet flange anchors to the subfloor, usually with wood screws or cement screws, but most of it should sit above floor level at full height. When a flange is flush with the subfloor or below it, it can lead to the creation of leak paths.</p></div>

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Last update on December 06, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
This is going to probably sound odd. James and Jordan stopped here to eat i saw their SPD shirts and asked if they could take a look at my floor drain in the back. They agreed with a smile on the face and came and cleared a clog thats over a year old! They were very professional and fixed it on...
Johnson SPD
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Reviewed in February 2024
José and his crew were amazing and did such a beautiful job! They revamped flower beds, installed drain lines, built an island bed, and dug a burn pit for us. They worked nonstop and did a wonderful clean-up at the end. We will most definitely use them again!
Heritage TX Landscaping
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Reviewed in November 2023
Ryan and Shawn were very friendly and professional. They answered all of my questions and concerns. They also went over everything regarding my new door install. Very satisfied with customer service and install! Thank you gentlemen! The Gilbertâ s!
West Shore Home Dallas
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Reviewed in October 2023
We had vinyl flooring installed throughout our house. The crew removed the old carpet, baseboards and some tile. They installed new baseboard and flooring. Javier's crew did a FANTASTIC JOB! The price was very reasonable, and it was easy to communicate with Javier. We were told what time the...
Monteros Hardwood Flooring
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great work. Showed up when they said. Installed all my tvs to my expectations.
Tra La Bai Smartech LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
They responded and got me on the schedule quickly. I had a troublesome clogged up kitchen sink that I had been working on for a week straight. Michael located the source of the problem out in a drain line in my yard. There were loads of grease chunks, a hole where dirt was getting in, and the...
Safe Flow Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2023
We had a major drainage issue - no storm sewers in our neighborhood. NTX installed two in driveway grate drains, ran pipe to natural drain area, installed a decorative rock "stream" to direct water away from our foundation and garage. Very professional and timely, work looks great and...
NTX Landscapes
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Reviewed in March 2022
They installed an irrigation system in my yard. They were great to work with. We are pleased with the outcome.
Rubio Landscape & Maintenance
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Reviewed in August 2020
They did a good job. They installed it properly.
Ed's Window and Gutter Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2014
Left my SUV at the shop for over two weeks; requested that transmission & rear end be serviced and truck inspected for anything that needed to be done as I travel and don't want to be on the road with auto problems. Neither the transmission nor the differential were serviced. On 10/23/14, the...
Allstate Transmissions & Auto Repair
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