Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Morrisville PA

The severe cold combined with wind chill produces a substantial threat for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipeline, which in turn can expand and block the line. This blockage can create excessive pressure throughout the system and cause pipeline failure in vulnerable locations-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen pipes can cause residential or commercial property damage, high repair work expenses and interruption of business.

Follow these plumbing tips to assist lessen the threat of freezing pipelines, and to assist prevent damage and expensive repairs.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage locations to allow heat from the room to flow around uninsulated pipes. Allow a drip of cold and hot water to leak overnight; however, take care not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the extreme cold since that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated locations or versus uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipes that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Make sure the heat is turned on in the building and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Avoid Frozen Pipes

Shut down the water main leading into the structure to lower pressure on frozen pipes and lessen flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair clothes dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipe is exposed and visible. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not noticeable, employ the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently notice slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you must call a plumber right away. Usually, problems like this can be resolved before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who utilize expert pipe-thawing equipment. Call or reserve a consultation online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leak service and utility room maintenance -- have a look at our site or offer us a ring.