Frozen Pipes in The Colony, TX
Frozen pipes? Act fast to prevent a burst — here's what to do.
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Best Frozen Pipes Pros in The Colony
#1Strong Hire
Plumbing Unit
5Frozen Pipes: 96/100
“didn't try to upsell anything, everything's been working fine”
#2
Reliant Plumbing - Dallas
4.5Frozen Pipes: 94/100
“I still haven't received a single dollar. I've been calling almost twice a week”
#3Caution
Rescue Air and Plumbing
4.9Frozen Pipes: 90/100
“help is on the way as soon as you call.”
All Frozen Pipes Pros in The Colony
Plumbing Unit
5·216 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+7 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Exceptional after-hours emergency response: 4 reviews explicitly…
Rapid response times: 8 reviews mention 30-minute arrival or…
Transparent communication and step-by-step explanations: 7…
No-upsell philosophy: Multiple reviews note technicians did not…
Concerns
Zero independent verification: 216 Google reviews but no Yelp…
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Reliant Plumbing - Dallas
4.5·227 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Avoid4.5Google
Strengths
Multiple reviewers praise specific technicians (James, Mark,…
Emergency response capability confirmed: multiple same-day or…
Workmanship quality rated high: 83/100 score supported by…
Concerns
Two separate negative reviews report wrong water heater…
Refund/payment disputes on multiple major jobs ($3,000 descaling…
Pricing integrity pattern: estimates described as 'going for your…
One reviewer reports unnecessary excavation and extended timeline…
Rescue Air and Plumbing
4.9·3.8k reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day emergency response: 7 reviewers explicitly…
Technician knowledge and professionalism consistently praised:…
Excellent communication and follow-up: 8 reviewers mention text…
Cleanliness and professionalism on-site: 5 reviewers specifically…
Concerns
Billing accuracy and invoicing disputes: 1 reviewer was charged…
Pricing significantly higher than competitors: 3 reviewers…
Service area coverage inconsistency: 1 reviewer was told a…
Installation quality control issue: 1 city inspector failed an AC…
Same Day Plumbing, LLC
4.6·19 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.6Google
Strengths
Fast response cited in 14 of 24 reviews
Same-day dispatch: morning call to same-day on-site arrival with…
Outside faucet replacement handled with a same-visit supply-store…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Triple Crown Plumbing
4.4·165 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
Proceed with care4.4Google
Strengths
Sunday emergency arrival 'less than an hour after I called' with…
Water-heater freeze response: emergency call within an hour with…
Live phone answer at 9pm with first-thing-next-morning scheduling…
Concerns
Drivers reportedly almost rear-ended a customer twice within a…
$225 repair followed by toilet flooding again 3 weeks later…
Toilet rebuild quoted above the cost of a new toilet;
CPR Plumbing Services
4.8·158 reviews·
In The ColonyGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Pre-snow/ice storm emergency response (emergency-plumbers service…
Gas leak from stove fixed by a 20-year repeat customer…
Pricing described as transparent, upfront, and below competitors…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
FPP Plumbing
5·84 reviews·
In The ColonyGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day water heater replacement with city permit and passed…
Fast on-site arrival cited in 3 of 5 sampled reviews
Up-front text quotes from Dennis instead of in-person iPad sales…
Concerns
One reviewer notes the water heater price wasn't cheap, though…
Blue Moon Plumbing
5·122 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fast dispatch during the freeze/icy roads for a burst pipe
Saturday morning whole-house backup cleared by clearing a root…
Pricing called fair and below competitors on water heater and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Jim's Plumbing Now
4.9·1.8k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast response mentioned in 25 of 100 reviews
Sewer and slab-leak workmanship: tunneled under a house with…
Itemized off-site quoting praised
Concerns
Text-based contact option broke: customer received texts but…
Showed up without the replacement part twice on the same…
All Metroplex Plumbing
5·220 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
After-hours emergency arrival cited
Same-day within a couple hours (Mary Green) plus repeat-customer…
Two leaks in one month for Tyler M.
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Cole's Plumbing
4.9·238 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sunday emergency dispatch cited
Chad specifically named in 4 of 5 sampled reviews for water-line…
Truck arrived stocked for the job
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·1.3k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Saturday-night emergency: tech arrived within the hour to fix…
Holiday coverage confirmed: Christmas Eve diagnosis on tankless…
Same-day service for toilet and shower problems
Concerns
One reviewer charged $450 for adding 'that little piece of line'…
AAA AUGER Plumbing Services
4.8·1.3k reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours and weekend dispatch with no extra charge cited
Same-day burst-pipe arrival within an hour cited;
Quote honored without surprises in toilet change-out
Concerns
$765.50 charged to elderly customer for a 'simple fix' toilet…
Pricing complaints surface across years: $250 kitchen-sink clog…
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Dallas
4.8·582 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Avoid4.8Google
Strengths
Rapid emergency response: Multiple reviewers mention same-day or…
High-quality workmanship when diagnosis is correct: 5 reviews…
Professional communication and transparency when honest: 4…
Concerns
Severe unlicensed technician incident (2023): One customer…
High complaint volume on Yelp (1.9/5 across 100 reviews) vs.
Potential diagnostic manipulation: Multiple reviews describe…
Unprofessional conduct incidents: 2 reviews report rude,…
Watermark Plumbing
4.4·250 reviews·
In The ColonyGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.4Google
Strengths
Jason named in 4 of 5 sampled reviews for water heater…
Tech caught a defective faucet part mid-install and went to the…
Pre-arrival verification text sent so customer knows who's…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Frozen Pipes Scenarios
DON'T Use Open Flames
Never use a torch, candle, or space heater directly on pipes. Use a hair dryer, heat lamp, or wrap pipes in hot towels. Open flame near pipes risks fire and can cause them to burst.
Open the Faucet
Open the faucet connected to the frozen pipe. Running water (even a trickle) helps melt ice from the inside and relieves pressure that causes bursts.
Apply Heat Slowly
Start heating from the faucet end and work toward the frozen section. This allows water to flow out as ice melts, reducing pressure.
Know When to Call a Pro
If you can't locate the frozen section, the pipe is inside a wall, or you suspect it has already burst, call a plumber immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my pipes are frozen?
Signs of frozen pipes: no water comes out when you turn on a faucet, only a trickle, frost visible on exposed pipes, or unusual odors from drains (a frozen line can cause waste backup). In The Colony, pipes in exterior walls, unheated basements, and crawl spaces freeze first.
Will frozen pipes always burst?
No — but the risk is high. When water freezes, it expands and creates pressure between the ice blockage and the faucet. If that pressure has nowhere to go, the pipe bursts. Quick thawing reduces the risk. Copper and galvanized pipes are more vulnerable than PEX.
How much does frozen pipe repair cost in The Colony?
Thawing a frozen pipe without damage: $100-$300. If the pipe has burst: $200-$1,000 for the pipe repair plus water damage costs. Prevention (insulation, heat tape) costs $50-$200 per pipe run — much cheaper than repair.
How do I prevent frozen pipes in The Colony?
In The Colony winters: insulate pipes in unheated areas, leave faucets dripping during extreme cold, keep cabinet doors open under sinks on exterior walls, maintain heat at 55°F+ even when away, and disconnect garden hoses before the first freeze.
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