Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips Balsam Lake WI

The severe cold combined with wind chill creates a considerable threat for burst or frozen pipes. Freezing water turns to ice within the pipeline, which in turn can expand and block the line. This clog can produce excessive pressure throughout the system and trigger pipeline failure in susceptible places-- no matter if the pipeline is made from plastic, copper or steel. Even a small crack can release more than 250 gallons of water in a single day. The results of frozen water pipes can trigger property damage, high repair work expenses and interruption of organisation.

Follow these plumbing tips to help lessen the threat of freezing pipelines, and to help prevent damage and costly repair works.

Prevention Tips for Frozen Pipes

Open cabinet doors under sinks and in storage areas to enable heat from the space to circulate around uninsulated pipelines. Allow a trickle 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 versus uninsulated outdoors walls, in garages or in crawl spaces. Apply heat tape or thermostat-controlled heat cable televisions around pipes that are exposed and susceptible to freezing.
Ensure the heat is switched on in the structure and is set no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Turn off the water pipe leading into the structure to lower pressure on frozen pipes and reduce flooding if the pipes burst.
Use a hair clothes dryer to thaw the ice blockage if the frozen pipe is exposed and noticeable. (Do not use an open flame to thaw!) If frozen pipes are not visible, call in the experts at Midwest Plumbers.
If you presently discover slower water flow and anticipate frozen pipes, you should call a plumber immediately. Usually, issues like this can be dealt with prior to any damage occurs.
If you experience frozen water pipes, contact our Midwest Plumbers plumbing specialists, who utilize expert pipe-thawing devices. Call or reserve a visit online. For a list of basement plumbing services -- including water leak service and utility room upkeep -- have a look at our site or give us a ring.