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Q: Why am I not getting enough water pressure in my house?

• <div><p>There are several reasons why you might not get enough water pressure in your house. For one, you might have leaky pipes&mdash;a common <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-causes-low-water-pressure-my-house.htm">cause of low water pressure</a>&mdash;that divert water flow from the places you need it (like your faucets and showers). Blocked pipes, faulty fixtures, and closed valves are three more possible culprits. In other cases, your low water pressure might be the result of a local water supply issue.</p></div>

Q: How do I check my spigot or faucet for leaks?

• <div><p>Turn on the water to each faucet and check the area for water trickling out from anyplace but the spout. Next, shut off the water and see if there&rsquo;s any residue which could indicate a worn down rubber seal. If you find any water, you can replace the rubber seal or have a plumber do it for you.</p></div>

Q: Can I fill my hot tub with a bucket?

• <div><p>You can fill your hot tub with a bucket, but it will take a long time, and the water won&rsquo;t run through a prefilter. Look at it this way. If you need 700 gallons to fill the hot tub and you have a 5-gallon bucket, it will require 140 buckets to fill the hot tub. </p></div>

Q: Can I use metal detectors to find my sewer line?

• <div><p>No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.</p></div>

Q: Can you change a washer on an outside faucet?

• <div><p>Sometimes a leaky faucet is simply the fault of a washer gone bad. Follow these steps to change the washer:</p><ul><li><p>Shut off the water to the faucet</p></li><li><p>Remove the screw and handle</p></li><li><p>Remove the packing nut and washers</p></li><li><p>Clean and replace washers </p></li><li><p>Reinstall the packing nut and handle</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Blake was our inspector and was great. Got us setup with a waterproofing solution
JES Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in July 2025
Very formal and affordable price
Ismar Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2024
New water line was well installed and affordable.
Rooter ProXpress LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Heath V. Did a wonderful job explaining everything. I told him what I was looking for and he made sure he desigined the look at a affordable price. The installation day Matt T. And Glenn did a AWESOME job installing the shower and making sure I understood everything that was going on from start...
West Shore Home Virginia Beach
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Reviewed in September 2021
Jason came to my hoise and tested my water. We decided together what i needed. My water was very hard, but not that much iron or anything else to be concerned about. He spent a lot of time with me and explained what they offered. Today another Jason came and installed what i ordered which is a...
Hampton Roads Water Services
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Reviewed in October 2019
Reggie and his crew were on time and cleaned up after themselves. Reggie is very personable and engaging and his pricing is affordable. They painted my kitchen cabinets and they made my kitchen POP(I have a small kitchen). I would DEFINITELY hire them again.
Hitchens Painting
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Reviewed in October 2010
We did not end up getting a heat pump from Sears, but it was simply because we could not afford it. Our sales representative was excellent. We just didn't have the money. :(
Sears Heating and Cooling - Roanoke
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A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters

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

Serving Exmore, 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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West Shore Home Salisbury

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

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Love my shower. A few issues were quickly resolved by West Shore techs. Adjusting doors and correcting leak near Top of drain. This Company is the real deal great product and great service . Tim did a great job and clean up of service that was requested."

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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

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Walk In Tub - Install or Replace

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Virginia Foundation Solutions, Inc.

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

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Warranties offered

Virginia Foundation Solutions is an award winning, veteran owned, Class A Contractor servicing home owners in the Greater Hampton Roads area of Virginia.\nOur specialties include Foundation and Crawl Space Repair, Structural Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, and Basement Waterproofing. Our purpose is to redefine our industry by proving that a contractor can create a remarkable experience for our customers. This belief system has served us well- in 2018 we were named to “The Fantastic 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Virginia” by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce and to "The Roaring 20" by the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce.\nWe were named to Fantastic 50 again in 2019 and were named the inaugural winner of the Norfolk BBB Torch Award for ethics. Call a contractor you can trust @ 757-340-0917. Free Inspections and Estimates.\n

Crawl Space Encapsulation with Drainage & Pump

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Response rate87%

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JES Foundation Repair

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

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work completed as scheduled and with quality. Although not cheap."

+12

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Recommended by81%of homeowners

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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

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

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Excellent. Technician was very helpful. This was a great, inexpensive service."

Response time1 day

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

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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Millennium Properties and Construction, LLC

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Shower Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or ReplaceBathtub Install or Replace - For Business+2 more

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Millennium Properties and Construction is a family owned, Class A general contractor specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, additions and all interior and exterior renovations since 2017. We provide high end remodeling and renovations to any and all residential properties. President, Larry Craig III has been in the industry for over 20 years. Your Vision, Our Expertise is our slogan, and our goal is to make this a reality. Please contact us for any and all of your construction needs.

+35

Response time1 day

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Doc's Roofing & Construction LLC

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Bathtub Install or ReplaceShower Install or Replace

Serving Exmore, VA and surrounding areas

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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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Affordable Plumbers questions, answered by experts

There are several reasons why you might not get enough water pressure in your house. For one, you might have leaky pipes—a common cause of low water pressure—that divert water flow from the places you need it (like your faucets and showers). Blocked pipes, faulty fixtures, and closed valves are three more possible culprits. In other cases, your low water pressure might be the result of a local water supply issue.

Turn on the water to each faucet and check the area for water trickling out from anyplace but the spout. Next, shut off the water and see if there’s any residue which could indicate a worn down rubber seal. If you find any water, you can replace the rubber seal or have a plumber do it for you.

You can fill your hot tub with a bucket, but it will take a long time, and the water won’t run through a prefilter. Look at it this way. If you need 700 gallons to fill the hot tub and you have a 5-gallon bucket, it will require 140 buckets to fill the hot tub.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Sometimes a leaky faucet is simply the fault of a washer gone bad. Follow these steps to change the washer:

Shut off the water to the faucet
Remove the screw and handle
Remove the packing nut and washers
Clean and replace washers
Reinstall the packing nut and handle

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