Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Rocklin CA

The severe cold combined with wind chill creates a considerable risk for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipeline, which in turn can expand and obstruct the line. This obstruction can develop excessive pressure throughout the system and trigger pipeline failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipeline is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small fracture can let loose more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can trigger property damage, high repair work expenses and disturbance of service.

Follow these plumbing pointers to help lessen the threat of freezing pipelines, and to assist avoid damage and expensive repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to allow heat from the room to circulate around uninsulated pipelines. Allow a drip of hot and cold water to drip over night; nevertheless, beware not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the extreme cold because that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated locations or against uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipes that are exposed and prone to freezing.
Ensure 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 reduce pressure on frozen pipelines and decrease flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize 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, contact the experts at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently notice slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you must call a plumbing technician immediately. Generally, concerns like this can be dealt with before any damage happens.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who utilize professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or book a visit online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and laundry room maintenance -- take a look at our site or give us a ring.