Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Hill Country Village TX

The severe cold integrated with wind chill produces a substantial threat for burst or frozen pipelines. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and obstruct the line. This clog can develop excessive pressure throughout the system and cause pipe failure in susceptible locations-- no matter if the pipeline is made from 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 pipes can trigger home damage, high repair expenses and disturbance of business.

Follow these plumbing suggestions to help minimize the danger of freezing pipes, and to help prevent damage and costly repair works.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage locations to permit heat from the room to flow around uninsulated pipelines. Permit a trickle of cold and hot water to drip overnight; however, be careful not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold since that line may freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated areas or against uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipelines 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.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water pipe leading into the structure to reduce pressure on frozen pipes and decrease flooding if the pipelines burst.
Use a hair clothes 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, employ the professionals at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently discover slower water circulation and expect frozen pipelines, you should call a plumber immediately. Typically, problems like this can be dealt with prior to any damage happens.
If you experience frozen pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing professionals, who utilize professional pipe-thawing equipment. Call or schedule an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leakage service and laundry room maintenance -- have a look at our site or offer us a ring.