Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips New Bloomfield PA

The severe cold integrated with wind chill develops a considerable threat for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can broaden and obstruct the line. This obstruction can create extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipe failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipe 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 outcomes of frozen pipes can trigger residential or commercial property damage, high repair work costs and disturbance of service.

Follow these plumbing pointers to assist decrease the threat of freezing pipelines, and to help prevent damage and costly 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 pipelines. Allow a drip of cold and hot water to drip overnight; however, beware 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 locations 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 susceptible to freezing.
Ensure the heat is switched 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 decrease pressure on frozen pipelines and lessen flooding if the pipelines burst.
Use a hair dryer to thaw the ice blockage if the frozen pipe is exposed and visible. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not visible, contact the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently observe slower water flow and expect frozen pipes, you must call a plumbing technician instantly. Typically, concerns like this can be dealt with before any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing professionals, who use professional pipe-thawing equipment. Call or book a consultation online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and laundry room upkeep -- check out our website or offer us a ring.