Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Kenilworth IL

The severe cold combined with wind chill creates a significant threat for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can broaden and block the line. This obstruction can develop excessive pressure throughout the system and trigger pipe failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a tiny crack can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can cause residential or commercial property damage, high repair costs and disturbance of business.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to help minimize the risk of freezing pipelines, and to help avoid damage and costly repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage locations to permit heat from the space to flow around uninsulated pipelines. Permit a drip of cold and hot water to drip over night; nevertheless, be careful not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold because that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated locations or versus uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipes that are exposed and vulnerable to freezing.
Ensure the heat is switched on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Shut off the water pipe leading into the structure to lower pressure on frozen pipes and minimize flooding if the pipes burst.
Utilize a hair clothes 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 noticeable, call in the experts at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently see slower water flow and expect frozen pipelines, you should call a plumbing technician right away. Usually, problems like this can be dealt with prior to any damage happens.
If you experience frozen pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who utilize professional pipe-thawing equipment. Call or book an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- consisting of water leakage service and laundry room upkeep -- take a look at our website or provide us a ring.