Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Kapolei HI

The severe cold combined with wind chill produces a substantial threat for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and obstruct the line. This blockage can create extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipe failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a tiny fracture can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen pipes can cause property damage, high repair costs and interruption of company.

Follow these plumbing tips to help minimize the threat of freezing pipelines, and to assist prevent damage and costly repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to allow heat from the space to flow around uninsulated pipelines. Permit a trickle 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 since that line may 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 cables around pipes 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

Shut down the water pipe leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipes and decrease flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not visible, contact the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently see slower water circulation and anticipate frozen pipelines, you should call a plumber immediately. Typically, concerns like this can be fixed prior to any damage happens.
If you experience frozen water pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who use professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or reserve an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- consisting of water leak service and utility room upkeep -- have a look at our website or provide us a ring.