Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips New Hope MN

The severe cold integrated with wind chill produces a significant 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 produce excessive pressure throughout the system and cause pipe failure in vulnerable locations-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a tiny fracture can unleash more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The outcomes of frozen water pipes can trigger property damage, high repair work costs and disruption of service.

Follow these plumbing pointers to assist lessen the danger of freezing pipes, and to help prevent damage and pricey repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to enable heat from the space to distribute around uninsulated pipes. Permit a drip of cold and hot water to drip overnight; however, take care not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold because that line may freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated areas 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.
Ensure the heat is switched on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Avoid Frozen Pipes

Shut down the water pipe leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipelines and reduce flooding if the pipes burst.
Use a hair dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipeline is exposed and noticeable. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not noticeable, contact the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently see slower water circulation and expect frozen pipes, you ought to call a plumber instantly. Typically, problems like this can be dealt with prior to any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who utilize expert pipe-thawing devices. Call or schedule an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leak service and utility room maintenance -- check out our website or offer us a ring.