On 10/23/14, the pipe used to connect the catalytic converter failed in the mountains in New Mexico. I had to drive for over an hour to get back to the small town I was staying in; the following morning, I had to drive for another hour to a shop in Santa Fe for repairs. What should have been a simple repair (replacing the broken pipe) was complicated because incorrect bolts had been used in the exhaust flange; bolts had to be tapped out and replaced, along with removing the broken pipe and welding a new one in place. The repair took the better part of the day, costing me a day's work and making it necessary to juggle my hotel reservations and travel plans. It was also noted that the u-joints were about to fall out of my truck - it would have been great to lose a drive-train on some mountain road....or a highway. When I returned to Texas, I contacted Bill Cabaj, Allstate owner, on 10/30/14. I explained the problem with the pipe/bolts and texted him pictures of the failed/incorrect parts and of the completed repair. I also mentioned that his shop had failed to service my transmission & differential, and that two other drive belts and the u-joints had to be replaced in Santa Fe - money that his shop could have collected had they thoroughly examined my truck as requested. I asked for a refund of the pipe repair only - $189.95. Bill stated that they subcontract exhaust work and he would have to talk to his subcontractor. I waited until 11/5/14 and did not hear from Allstate; I called and left a message for Bill - my call was not returned. On 11/10/14 I called again, left a message inquiring whether any action would be taken regarding a refund and asked for a call back. I have not been contacted. I can only conclude that my <$200.00 repair expense due to a faulty part/repair is less important to Allstate than my >$2000.00 initial repair was. VERY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE.
11/20/14 Bill called and we discussed; he had contacted the subcontractor and expressed concern that the converter might have been affected by the high altitude (mountains) and said he would like to take a look at it to make sure it is ok. He also stated that he would mail a check to refund my out-of-pocket repair in New Mexico. I stated that I've had no problems with the truck since the New Mexico repair and we concluded the converter is probably ok and doesn't need to be checked at this time.
On 12/1/14 I called to check the status of the reimbursement; Bill said the check would be mailed that day.
On 12/3/14 I received a check for $190.00. I appreciate the reimbursement and the concern for proper operation of the converter.
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Drain Pipe Installation reviews from real Angi homeowners in Livingston, TX
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...
Patricia H.
5.0
05/2023
.Mr. Young seemed very knowledgeable. Fixed the float and drained septic. Job was done quickly.
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,...
Mike B.
5.0
11/2013
Everything went exactly as planned. 1. I emailed pictures of each leaking shut off valve. Our water pipes were the old style metal (not copper) 2. Arrival was on time.....new shut off valves in hand and the jobs was done in 35 minutes. 3. We talked about other plumbing in the...
James B.
5.0
05/2013
The two drains had been getting steadily worse for days. I had tried commercial drain cleaner products with no luck at all. We finally decided to call a plumber to get rid of the problem. We called J's and they came out the same day even though it was not an emergency. Within 30 minutes...
Our mission is to be a plumber that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"$850.00 when all other plumbing companies were charging covid rates above $1500.00."
Jason M on February 2025
Our mission is to be a plumber that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"$850.00 when all other plumbing companies were charging covid rates above $1500.00."
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"At first the company seemed super helpful. Eric was always pleasant and seemed to be supporting us. HOWEVER, they told us that they were dealing directly with insurance and that we wouldn't need to worry about anything. Therefore no costs, no options, no explanations of services were ever given to us. When the bill came back higher than insurance would cover they assured us that Joyce was the best in the business and would get it taken care of for us. the gap ended up being $3000 out of our pocket and as far as I can tell, no genuine effort was made to come to an agreement because we would have to pay it anyway. They were not actually working for us. In addition, the whole process was frustrating because appointments were made with us, where we canceled plans and they never showed or called. They removed equipment before it was dry and then covered themselves by putting it back in. At the end of the day our house is dry as is our bank account. I DO NOT RECOMMEND!"
Kari E on May 2025
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"At first the company seemed super helpful. Eric was always pleasant and seemed to be supporting us. HOWEVER, they told us that they were dealing directly with insurance and that we wouldn't need to worry about anything. Therefore no costs, no options, no explanations of services were ever given to us. When the bill came back higher than insurance would cover they assured us that Joyce was the best in the business and would get it taken care of for us. the gap ended up being $3000 out of our pocket and as far as I can tell, no genuine effort was made to come to an agreement because we would have to pay it anyway. They were not actually working for us. In addition, the whole process was frustrating because appointments were made with us, where we canceled plans and they never showed or called. They removed equipment before it was dry and then covered themselves by putting it back in. At the end of the day our house is dry as is our bank account. I DO NOT RECOMMEND!"
I have a crew that does landscape and construction as well as drainage or french drains if needed my crew is reliable and will always get the job done i have been doing landscape and construction for the last 12 years right now just trying to get my business out there so i can grow as the community grows
I have a crew that does landscape and construction as well as drainage or french drains if needed my crew is reliable and will always get the job done i have been doing landscape and construction for the last 12 years right now just trying to get my business out there so i can grow as the community grows
Offering specialty welding and fabrication services. Custom work. Piping, structural steel, industrial commercial work and residential work. Repairs and construction. Fencing repairs architectural repairs equipment repairs. Completely mobile. With 10 years in the welding/fabrication business. Offering top quality work
Offering specialty welding and fabrication services. Custom work. Piping, structural steel, industrial commercial work and residential work. Repairs and construction. Fencing repairs architectural repairs equipment repairs. Completely mobile. With 10 years in the welding/fabrication business. Offering top quality work
Hi, this is the SUPREME KINGS CONSTRUCTION FAMILY welcoming ours to yours, we’d love to hear about a new idea that you’d like to landscape your home with maybe it’ll be an outdoor kitchen , or a new FENCE, or maybe it could be a new cement driveway, or a dream that you had for you back yard Beverly Hills , or a big beautiful spacious deck, even a sidewalk for the kiddos or a new patio or romantic gazebo to gather around , or maybe you’re just going to do some clean up & restoration around the house we can provide you with any size dump trailer we fill it & haul it keep your hands clean! We are always ecstatic about new dreams that come to life give us a shout!
Hi, this is the SUPREME KINGS CONSTRUCTION FAMILY welcoming ours to yours, we’d love to hear about a new idea that you’d like to landscape your home with maybe it’ll be an outdoor kitchen , or a new FENCE, or maybe it could be a new cement driveway, or a dream that you had for you back yard Beverly Hills , or a big beautiful spacious deck, even a sidewalk for the kiddos or a new patio or romantic gazebo to gather around , or maybe you’re just going to do some clean up & restoration around the house we can provide you with any size dump trailer we fill it & haul it keep your hands clean! We are always ecstatic about new dreams that come to life give us a shout!
We are a molti family bissness we work all ropes of construction and handyman services from dirt grading to landscape . We do various times of repairs around the house from electrical to furniture assembly and much more !
We are a molti family bissness we work all ropes of construction and handyman services from dirt grading to landscape . We do various times of repairs around the house from electrical to furniture assembly and much more !
Skid steer services,dump truck service, French drain installation and repair ,ground leveling , job site cleanup, yard cleanup , demolition , tree removal/stump grinding and removal, fall yard cleanup , land clearing , and recently added overhead garage doors residential and commercial give us a call and get exactly what you need and how you need it to be done the right way
Skid steer services,dump truck service, French drain installation and repair ,ground leveling , job site cleanup, yard cleanup , demolition , tree removal/stump grinding and removal, fall yard cleanup , land clearing , and recently added overhead garage doors residential and commercial give us a call and get exactly what you need and how you need it to be done the right way
We can get you an estimate over the phone and then we would love to come out and meet you and take a look before the job. We are also able to take measurements for you by appointments. Thank you and God Bless!
We can get you an estimate over the phone and then we would love to come out and meet you and take a look before the job. We are also able to take measurements for you by appointments. Thank you and God Bless!
Welcome to C-S Pipe & Steel! We are a privately owned and operated pipe contracting company. Here at C-S Pipe & Steel, we supply pipes, rods, and cables for fencing or buildings. No matter what your construction project consist of, we have the supplies needed to help you get started. We work from daylight until dark to ensure that your product is ready for pickup. If needed, we can custom-make your pipe to ensure that it is the exact size and metal that you need. Stop by or call C-S Pipe & Steel today!
Welcome to C-S Pipe & Steel! We are a privately owned and operated pipe contracting company. Here at C-S Pipe & Steel, we supply pipes, rods, and cables for fencing or buildings. No matter what your construction project consist of, we have the supplies needed to help you get started. We work from daylight until dark to ensure that your product is ready for pickup. If needed, we can custom-make your pipe to ensure that it is the exact size and metal that you need. Stop by or call C-S Pipe & Steel today!
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Drain Pipe Installation questions, answered by experts
In most cases, a dripping faucet will not stop on its own. Dripping usually occurs because of a failed cartridge or broken washers. Normal wear and tear eventually runs these parts down and causes the faucet to drip when you've already shut off your sink. Replacing the cartridge or washer should fix the problem.
The most expensive part of adding a bathroom will always be the wet areas, such as the toilet, sink, and shower. Considering a half bathroom won’t have a shower, you’ll save quite a bit of money there versus adding a full bath with a shower or tub. Using qualified professionals is a requirement when dealing with plumbing and electricity, so while you can do some of the addition yourself, leave these two to the pros.
Yes, you can pour water down the toilet to help it flush. For each flush, you’ll need 1 to 2 gallons of water for newer toilets or 3 to 5 gallons of water for older toilets. Rather than dumping the entire bucket in all at once, pour the water in slowly for the best results. If you’re pouring water down the toilet to help it flush after a clog, only use 1 gallon of hot water.
While you may hear people using the terms shower valve and cartridge interchangeably, they’re two different things. It can get confusing because the shower cartridge is a component inside the shower valve. The cartridge helps manage the temperature by balancing the mix of hot and cold water.
The signs of a failing valve and cartridge are similar, but if you’re having problems with water temperatures, you’ll likely need to replace the entire valve.
There are nearly as many handles for your outdoor faucet as there are for your indoor faucets. Just a few include:
Hose bibb tee handle: about $8–$30
Better grip outdoor faucet handle: $20 on average
Round wheel handle: $6–$22
Turn hose bibb handle: about $15
Decorative handle: range from $15 to over $100
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The Livingston, TX homeowners’ guide to drain pipe installations
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Drain pipe replacement costs depend on a variety of factors. Use this guide to learn how much drain pipe replacements cost based on the pipe’s material, location, and more.