Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Norman Park GA

The extreme cold combined with wind chill develops a significant risk for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and obstruct the line. This clog can create extreme pressure throughout the system and trigger 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 pipes can cause property damage, high repair costs and disturbance of business.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to help decrease the threat of freezing pipes, and to assist avoid damage and pricey repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to allow heat from the space to circulate around uninsulated pipes. Allow a trickle of cold and hot water to leak overnight; nevertheless, beware not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold since that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated locations or versus uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipelines that are exposed and vulnerable to freezing.
Make certain the heat is turned on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Avoid Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water main leading into the structure to decrease pressure on frozen pipes and reduce flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair clothes dryer to thaw the ice blockage if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, contact the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently discover slower water circulation and anticipate frozen pipes, you need to call a plumbing technician instantly. Generally, issues like this can be solved prior to any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who utilize expert pipe-thawing equipment. Call or reserve a visit online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and utility room maintenance -- take a look at our site or offer us a ring.