Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Harborcreek PA

The extreme cold combined with wind chill creates a substantial danger for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipeline, which in turn can broaden and block the line. This blockage can create extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipeline failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipe is made from 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 trigger home damage, high repair costs and disturbance of business.

Follow these plumbing pointers to assist reduce 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 areas to allow heat from the space to distribute around uninsulated pipelines. Permit a trickle of hot and cold water to drip over night; nevertheless, take care not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold because that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated locations 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 vulnerable to freezing.
Ensure the heat is switched on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Shut off the water main leading into the structure to decrease pressure on frozen pipes and minimize flooding if the pipelines burst.
Use a hair dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipeline is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not visible, hire the experts at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently discover slower water circulation and anticipate frozen pipelines, you ought to call a plumbing technician instantly. Generally, problems like this can be fixed prior to any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who use professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or schedule an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leak service and utility room upkeep -- take a look at our website or provide us a ring.