Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Irvington IL

The extreme cold combined with wind chill creates a significant danger for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and block the line. This obstruction can create extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipeline failure in vulnerable locations-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a tiny crack can let loose more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The outcomes of frozen pipes can trigger home damage, high repair work expenses and disruption of service.

Follow these plumbing pointers to assist lessen the risk of freezing pipelines, and to help avoid damage and pricey repair works.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to enable heat from the space to distribute around uninsulated pipelines. Enable a trickle of cold and hot water to drip overnight; however, be careful not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold since that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated locations 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 prone to freezing.
Make certain the heat is switched 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 minimize pressure on frozen pipelines and reduce flooding if the pipes burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice blockage if the frozen pipeline is exposed and visible. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not visible, employ the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently discover slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you ought to call a plumber immediately. Normally, concerns like this can be fixed before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who use expert pipe-thawing devices. Call or reserve a consultation online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and laundry room maintenance -- check out our site or give us a ring.