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Q: Can pipes freeze if the water heater is off?

• <div><p>Your pipes will not freeze just because you&rsquo;ve turned your water heater off. Rather, pipes freeze when temperatures outside drop below freezing and the pipes are not properly insulated. In fact, leaving your faucets trickling with warm water (from the water heater) is one of the best ways to prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter.</p><p>Your water heater itself may have problems in the cold, so it&rsquo;s important to winterize it each year. In addition, keep an eye on it throughout the year for problems and address any issues accordingly. For instance, here&rsquo;s what to do if your <a href="https://angi.com/articles/water-heater-leaking-from-top.htm">water heater is leaking from the top</a>.</p></div>

Q: Where is the drain on a dishwasher?

• <div><p>Your dishwasher drains through a hose that attaches to the plumbing below your sink or snakes out the back of your machine. In most cases, you can access one side of the hose from below your sink, as it usually ties into the same drainline that your sink uses. Otherwise, you may need to pull the dishwasher out of the counter to access it.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if my irrigation system is leaking underground?

• <div><p>You can use a water leak microphone to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-find-leak-in-sprinkler-system.htm">find an underground leak in your irrigation system</a>. To do this, shut off the water to your system. Then, grab your sprinkler system&rsquo;s map to get acquainted with the locations of your sprinkler heads, valve boxes, and water lines. Walk around these areas, waving the microphone&rsquo;s sensory rod near the ground to detect the sound of water moving through your system.</p></div>

Q: How do you get the rotten egg smell out of a drain?

• <div><p>That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm&mdash;hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/warning-signs-main-sewer-line-clog.htm">sewage line clogs</a> and other related issues.</p></div>

Q: Can you use normal solder on a copper pipe?

• <div><p>You can use normal solder, which consists of a tin and copper alloy, on copper pipes. You should avoid using leaded solder, especially if you're soldering together water supply lines, as it will contaminate drinking water. One <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/there-lead-copper-or-brass-plumbing-pipes.htm">way to test if your copper pipes contain lead</a> is to scrape off the solder. If the scraped area is shiny, it likely contains lead. </p></div>

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Last update on April 14, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
This company is outstanding! They are honest and trustworthy. Their office staff is exceptional in all efforts to provide the best service to the community. Jeremy was my technician. He went beyond the call of duty to ensure I received the best service he could provide during his time in my...
JT's Electrical Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
Very professional, on time, and quality cleaning in a very spacious office building, and the help to accomplish the task
Goldie B Cleaning
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Reviewed in January 2025
Mr. Leonard was perfect for the project. Will be utilizing for all handyman needs going forward. Highly suggest utilizing Mr. Leonard for any need.
Dave's Handy Man Service
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Reviewed in September 2024
Excellent roofing company! The owner was professional and courteous.
SlopePro
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Reviewed in August 2024
Great people. They have so much patient. There prices is really good. I would recommend them to everyone that need work done to there home.
RehabNImprovement LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Small business. Great customer service. Very prompt. Excellent work. Great price
A Woman Can Landscape and Gardening
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Reviewed in April 2024
The cleaner was very professional and detail oriented! I would hire they again.
Top Quality Cleaning Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Jason explains things so well and helped us to understand step by step during the process. We had an another mall project with a small leaky washing machine, we mentioned it free of charge. Heâ s outstanding! Courtney Jackson
Hampton Roads Water Services
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Reviewed in December 2023
Outstanding work done by Barb. Looking forward to continuing our house cleaning with Barb. Highly recommend her and the Clean and Green company.
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Reviewed in March 2023
Plan on hiring them again!
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A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters

4.6(

807

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Faucets, Fixtures and Pipes - Repair or ReplaceShower Install or ReplaceWater Heater - Install or Replace+17 more

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! The job was finished in a few hours and the price was very affordable. Thanks for the help"

+13

Response time7 hrs

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Recommended by79%of homeowners

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Paramount Builders Inc (Tidewater)

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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or ReplaceWalk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The price was a little high but I am very pleased with the work overall. Their responsiveness left me a little disappointed because I called when I found out one of the windows was leaking and it took them a couple days to come back. Besides that they are a professional company and they are good at what they do."

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Mad City Windows & Baths

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832

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Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"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!"

+20

Response time10 mins

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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

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Walk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1929

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Credit card accepted

"100% professional job on our walkin tub and shower. Recommend that everyone will be satisfied with theirs !"

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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665

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Refrigeration System - Install or ReplaceRefrigeration System - Install or Replace - For BusinessRefrigeration System - Repair or Service+1 more

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Saved me a good amount of money. Very knowledgeable and patient. Fixed leak and drain pump"

Response time1 day

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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JES Foundation Repair

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952

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Sump Pump - Repair or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It cost a lot of money but with financing I could afford the work done. Hopefully this will fix my 25 years of flooding problems."

+12

153 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or ReplaceWalk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"After been unsatisfied and angered by finished product, and not getting any type of solution, APPCO, Bath Planet main company VP Mike Brexler has helped us getting fixing our problems. He has worked with us getting our tile shower into an acceptable finish product. If you select this company and somethimg does not look right at all, get with Mr. Brexler and he will the problem before the product gets out of hand and prevent poor workmanship."

Response time1 day

317 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by73%of homeowners

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Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

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Warranties offered

"My installer was meticulous and paid attention to every little detail. He did excellent workmanship and had pride in his accomplishment. I love the results and was glad I had the shower enlarged and the ceramic is beautiful. It is a pleasure to take a shower."

+15

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Doc's Roofing & Construction LLC

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Bathtub Install or ReplaceShower Install or Replace

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Thank you for visiting Doc's Roofing! We are a locally owned and operate Roofing, Flooring, Asbestos Removal & more service based out of South Chesterfield, VA and servicing the surrounding areas. Whether it is residential or commercial, we promise to complete your project with a guaranteed persistence in getting it done right the first time. Contact us now for your free estimate!

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PJ Fitzpatrick, LLC

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Shower Install or Replace

Serving Capron, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Why? Quite simply, because we strive for perfection. If you are hoping we will use cheaper materials, hurry through an installation, or overlook restrictions, P.J. Fitzpatrick, LLC, is not the company for you. We believe that when it comes to your home, the job should be done perfectly and last a lifetime. This might not make us the cheapest company in the area, but we stand behind our work and leave our customers extremely satisfied. So much that they refer friends, family and neighbors without hesitation. If something goes wrong with our installation, it's not your fault, it's ours. Our responsibility doesn't end once we pack up our tools and leave. If something breaks, malfunctions, or just plain doesn't make you happy, we'll fix it - for as long as you live in your home. Full lifetime warranties are included with many of our services. We also have 18 Repair Experts who do repairs all day, every day and love it! Experience the P.J. Fitzpatrick, LLC., difference today!\n

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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

Your pipes will not freeze just because you’ve turned your water heater off. Rather, pipes freeze when temperatures outside drop below freezing and the pipes are not properly insulated. In fact, leaving your faucets trickling with warm water (from the water heater) is one of the best ways to prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter.

Your water heater itself may have problems in the cold, so it’s important to winterize it each year. In addition, keep an eye on it throughout the year for problems and address any issues accordingly. For instance, here’s what to do if your water heater is leaking from the top.

Your dishwasher drains through a hose that attaches to the plumbing below your sink or snakes out the back of your machine. In most cases, you can access one side of the hose from below your sink, as it usually ties into the same drainline that your sink uses. Otherwise, you may need to pull the dishwasher out of the counter to access it.

You can use a water leak microphone to find an underground leak in your irrigation system. To do this, shut off the water to your system. Then, grab your sprinkler system’s map to get acquainted with the locations of your sprinkler heads, valve boxes, and water lines. Walk around these areas, waving the microphone’s sensory rod near the ground to detect the sound of water moving through your system.

That pungent rotten egg smell coming from your drain is likely the buildup of biofilm—hair, skin, and soap scum that turns into a black sticky mess. In this case, pouring down near-boiling water, baking soda, and white vinegar will remove the smell. Keep in mind that a rotten egg smell is occasionally a sign of larger sewage line clogs and other related issues.

You can use normal solder, which consists of a tin and copper alloy, on copper pipes. You should avoid using leaded solder, especially if you're soldering together water supply lines, as it will contaminate drinking water. One way to test if your copper pipes contain lead is to scrape off the solder. If the scraped area is shiny, it likely contains lead.

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