Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Chickamauga GA

The severe cold combined with wind chill produces a substantial danger 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 extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipeline failure in vulnerable places-- no matter if the pipeline is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen pipes can trigger property damage, high repair costs and disruption of company.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to assist lessen the risk of freezing pipes, and to help prevent 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 flow around uninsulated pipelines. Allow a drip of cold and hot 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 areas or against uninsulated outside walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipelines that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Make certain the heat is turned on in the structure and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Avoid Frozen Pipes

Shut down the water pipe leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipelines and minimize flooding if the pipes burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice obstruction if the frozen pipe is exposed and visible. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, hire the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently see slower water flow and expect frozen pipelines, you should call a plumbing technician instantly. Typically, problems like this can be fixed before any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen water pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who use professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or schedule an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and laundry room maintenance -- have a look at our site or give us a ring.