Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips La Crescenta Montrose CA

The extreme cold combined with wind chill develops a substantial risk for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and block the line. This obstruction can develop excessive pressure throughout the system and trigger pipe failure in vulnerable locations-- no matter if the pipe is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small fracture can unleash more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can cause residential or commercial property damage, high repair costs and interruption of business.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to help reduce the risk of freezing pipes, and to assist avoid damage and expensive repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to enable heat from the room to distribute around uninsulated pipes. Enable a drip of cold and hot water to drip over night; however, take care not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold since that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated locations or against uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipes that are exposed and vulnerable to freezing.
Make sure the heat is turned on in the structure and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Shut down the water pipe leading into the structure to decrease pressure on frozen pipes and decrease flooding if the pipes burst.
Use a hair dryer to thaw the ice obstruction if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not visible, employ the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently observe slower water circulation and anticipate frozen pipelines, you need to call a plumbing right away. Generally, problems like this can be solved before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing professionals, who utilize professional pipe-thawing equipment. Call or book a visit online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leak service and laundry room maintenance -- have a look at our website or provide us a ring.