Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Rosedale WA

The extreme cold combined with wind chill develops a substantial danger for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipe, which in turn can expand and block the line. This obstruction can develop extreme pressure throughout the system and trigger pipe failure in vulnerable locations-- no matter if the pipe is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small fracture can unleash more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen pipes can cause property damage, high repair costs and interruption of service.

Follow these plumbing pointers to assist lessen the risk 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 allow heat from the room to distribute around uninsulated pipelines. Allow a trickle of hot and cold water to leak overnight; however, beware not to run the water into a drain line that is exposed to the severe cold because that line may freeze.
Insulate all pipes in unheated areas or against uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl areas. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cables around pipes 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.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Shut off the water main leading into the structure to minimize 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 pipelines are not visible, call in the specialists at Midwest Plumbers.
If you currently observe slower water flow and anticipate frozen pipes, you must call a plumbing professional right away. Generally, concerns like this can be fixed before any damage happens.
If you experience frozen pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing experts, who utilize expert pipe-thawing devices. Call or schedule an appointment online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leak service and laundry room upkeep -- take a look at our site or give us a ring.