Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Franklin GA

The extreme cold combined with wind chill develops a considerable risk for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipe, which in turn can broaden and obstruct the line. This clog can produce excessive pressure throughout the system and cause pipeline failure in susceptible locations-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can let loose more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can cause property damage, high repair work costs and disturbance of service.

Follow these plumbing ideas to assist minimize the risk of freezing pipes, and to assist avoid damage and costly repair works.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to enable heat from the room to circulate around uninsulated pipelines. Enable a trickle 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 extreme cold since that line may freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated locations or versus uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipes that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Make sure the heat is turned on in the structure and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water pipe leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipes and lessen flooding if the pipes burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipeline is exposed and visible. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not noticeable, contact the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently notice slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you need to call a plumbing technician right away. Usually, issues like this can be solved prior to any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who utilize expert pipe-thawing equipment. Call or reserve a consultation 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.