Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Flat Lick KY

The extreme cold integrated with wind chill produces a substantial threat for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipeline, which in turn can broaden and block the line. This clog can develop extreme pressure throughout the system and trigger pipeline failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipeline is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can trigger property damage, high repair work expenses and disruption of company.

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

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to permit heat from the room to flow around uninsulated pipelines. Enable a trickle of cold and hot water to leak overnight; nevertheless, be careful not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the extreme cold because that line may freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated locations or against uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipelines that are exposed and vulnerable to freezing.
Make sure the heat is turned on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water pipe leading into the structure to lower pressure on frozen pipelines and minimize flooding if the pipes burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice obstruction if the frozen pipe is exposed and visible. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, employ the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently discover slower water circulation and anticipate frozen pipes, you need to call a plumbing immediately. Typically, concerns like this can be dealt with prior to any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing professionals, who utilize professional pipe-thawing equipment. Call or schedule a visit online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and laundry room upkeep -- take a look at our website or offer us a ring.