Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips West Point KY

The severe cold integrated with wind chill creates a substantial risk for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipeline, which in turn can broaden and block the line. This blockage can create excessive pressure throughout the system and trigger pipe failure in susceptible locations-- no matter if the pipeline is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can unleash more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The outcomes of frozen water pipes can cause residential or commercial property damage, high repair work expenses and disruption of organisation.

Follow these plumbing tips to help minimize the risk of freezing pipelines, and to help prevent damage and pricey repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage locations to allow heat from the space to circulate around uninsulated pipelines. Allow a drip of hot and cold water to leak overnight; 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 pipelines in unheated areas or against uninsulated outdoors 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

Shut off the water pipe leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipes and minimize flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice obstruction if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not noticeable, hire the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently notice slower water flow and anticipate frozen pipelines, you need to call a plumbing right away. Typically, problems like this can be dealt with before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, 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 maintenance -- check out our website or provide us a ring.