Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Oxford PA

The severe cold integrated with wind chill creates a substantial threat for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipeline, which in turn can broaden and block the line. This obstruction can create extreme pressure throughout the system and trigger pipeline failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipeline is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can unleash more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can trigger home damage, high repair work costs and disturbance of business.

Follow these plumbing tips to help lessen the threat of freezing pipelines, and to help 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 flow around uninsulated pipes. Allow a drip of cold and hot water to leak overnight; however, beware not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the extreme cold since that line might 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 susceptible to freezing.
Make certain the heat is switched on in the structure and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Shut off the water pipe leading into the structure to decrease pressure on frozen pipes and lessen flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair clothes dryer to thaw the ice obstruction if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not utilize an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not noticeable, contact the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently notice slower water flow and anticipate frozen pipes, you need to call a plumbing right away. Typically, issues like this can be resolved prior to any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, call our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who utilize professional pipe-thawing equipment. Call or reserve an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and utility room upkeep -- have a look at our website or give us a ring.