Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Redby MN

The severe cold combined with wind chill creates a significant risk for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and block the line. This clog can produce extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipe failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipeline is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small fracture can let loose more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen pipes can cause home damage, high repair costs and interruption of organisation.

Follow these plumbing pointers to help reduce the threat of freezing pipes, and to help avoid damage and costly repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to allow heat from the room to flow around uninsulated pipelines. Enable a trickle of hot and cold water to leak over night; however, be careful 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 locations or versus uninsulated outside walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipelines that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Ensure the heat is turned on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Avoid Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water pipe leading into the structure to minimize pressure on frozen pipes and lessen flooding if the pipes burst.
Use a hair clothes dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, hire the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently discover slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you need to call a plumber right away. Usually, concerns like this can be fixed prior to any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen water pipes, call 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 -- have a look at our website or provide us a ring.