Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Myrtle Beach SC

The severe cold integrated with wind chill creates a considerable risk for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water relies on ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and block the line. This blockage can create extreme pressure throughout the system and cause pipeline failure in susceptible locations-- no matter if the pipeline is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small fracture can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen pipes can cause home damage, high repair expenses and interruption of business.

Follow these plumbing ideas to help lessen the risk of freezing pipes, 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 pipes. Permit a trickle of hot and cold water to drip over night; nevertheless, be careful not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold since that line might freeze.
Insulate all pipelines in unheated locations or against uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipelines that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Make sure the heat is turned on in the structure 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 reduce flooding if the pipelines burst.
Utilize a hair dryer to thaw the ice clog if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipelines are not visible, hire the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently notice slower water circulation and expect frozen pipes, you need to call a plumbing professional right away. Usually, problems like this can be solved before any damage takes place.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who utilize expert pipe-thawing devices. Call or book a visit online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- consisting of water leak service and laundry room upkeep -- check out our site or give us a ring.