Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Saluda IN

The extreme cold combined with wind chill produces a substantial 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 produce extreme pressure throughout the system and trigger pipe failure in susceptible locations-- no matter if the pipeline 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 water pipes can trigger residential or commercial property damage, high repair expenses and interruption of business.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to help decrease the risk of freezing pipelines, and to help prevent damage and expensive repair works.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage locations to allow heat from the space to circulate around uninsulated pipes. Allow a drip of hot and cold water to drip over night; however, take care not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the extreme cold because that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated locations or against uninsulated outside walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipes that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Make sure the heat is switched on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water main leading into the structure to reduce pressure on frozen pipes and lessen flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipeline is exposed and visible. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, hire the experts at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently see slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you should call a plumber immediately. Normally, concerns like this can be dealt with before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing professionals, who utilize professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or reserve an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and utility room maintenance -- check out our website or provide us a ring.