Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Dana IN

The severe cold integrated with wind chill develops a considerable danger for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipeline, which in turn can broaden and obstruct the line. This obstruction can create excessive pressure throughout the system and trigger pipeline failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipeline is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small fracture can unleash more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can cause property damage, high repair expenses and disruption of business.

Follow these plumbing ideas to help reduce the danger of freezing pipelines, and to assist prevent damage and costly repair works.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to enable heat from the space to circulate around uninsulated pipes. Permit a trickle of hot and cold water to leak over night; however, take care 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 sure the heat is turned on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Shut down the water main leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipes and minimize flooding if the pipelines burst.
Use a hair clothes 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 visible, employ the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently see slower water flow and anticipate frozen pipes, you must call a plumber instantly. Typically, issues like this can be resolved prior to any damage happens.
If you experience frozen pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who use professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or reserve a consultation online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and utility room maintenance -- have a look at our site or offer us a ring.