Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Mason MI

The extreme cold combined with wind chill produces a considerable risk for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipeline, which in turn can expand and obstruct the line. This blockage can develop extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipe failure in vulnerable places-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a tiny crack can let loose more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can trigger property damage, high repair expenses and interruption of service.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to assist minimize the risk of freezing pipes, and to assist avoid damage and expensive repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to permit heat from the space to distribute around uninsulated pipes. Enable a drip of hot and cold water to leak overnight; nevertheless, beware 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 pipelines that are exposed and vulnerable 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 down the water pipe leading into the structure to decrease pressure on frozen pipes and reduce flooding if the pipelines 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 pipes are not noticeable, hire the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently see slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you need to call a plumbing immediately. Usually, concerns like this can be fixed prior to any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who use expert pipe-thawing equipment. Call or schedule an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- consisting of water leakage service and utility room upkeep -- check out our website or provide us a ring.