Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Ingram PA

The extreme cold combined with wind chill develops a considerable risk for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can broaden and obstruct the line. This clog can create extreme pressure throughout the system and trigger pipe failure in vulnerable locations-- no matter if the pipeline is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can let loose more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can trigger residential or commercial property damage, high repair expenses and disruption of service.

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

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage locations to enable heat from the space to distribute around uninsulated pipelines. Permit a trickle of cold and hot water to leak overnight; nevertheless, be careful not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the extreme cold since that line may freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated areas or against uninsulated outside walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipes that are exposed and prone to freezing.
Ensure the heat is turned 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 reduce pressure on frozen pipelines and minimize flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice blockage if the frozen pipeline is exposed and noticeable. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, call in the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently discover slower water circulation and anticipate frozen pipes, you must call a plumbing right away. Usually, problems like this can be resolved before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who utilize professional pipe-thawing devices. Call or book a consultation online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and utility room upkeep -- check out our website or offer us a ring.