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5 Simple Ways to Prevent Water Pipes from Freezing
Winter can be a terrible time for your plumbing system. Due to the chilly climate, the water inside the pipes can get frozen and block the flow. This problem puts you at a higher risk of encountering a burst pipe – a disaster that can cause severe property damage and water contamination.
Thus, it’s crucial that you prevent the water pipes from freezing over. Here are five ways how you can do that:
1. Let the Water Flow
As long as water is flowing in the pipes, the system will less likely get frozen. To make sure that this happens, you should leave one or two faucets slowly running.
2. Leave the Heat On
Although leaving your heating system on will increase your utility bills for the season, it’s still better than experiencing a burst pipe. Setting the temperature above 50°F is enough to keep the pipes warm and prevent water from getting frozen.
If you’re able to access some of the pipes easily, it’s smart to wrap them up in electrical heating tape. There are two types of tape you can choose from. The first one turns itself on or off when it senses heat is needed. The other one needs to be plugged in for it to work.
3. Open Your Cabinets and Interior Doors
Most of your water pipes are placed inside cabinets, so it’s a good idea to keep the doors open to invite heat in the area. You should also leave your interior doors open as often as you can, so heat can flow throughout your home.
4. Seal All the Leaks
Inspect the interior and exterior walls of your property for any air leaks and seal them quickly. Even the smallest cracks allow enough cold air to enter and cause your pipes to become frozen.
5. If They’re Frozen, Let the Pros Help You Thaw Them
If you experience the following problems, then there’s a good chance that your pipes are already frozen:
- Wet drywall
- Low water pressure
- Plumbing issues
- Pipes are emitting weird sounds or odors
- There’s no water coming out of your faucet, showerheads, etc.
The best solution for this situation is to call your local plumber or water damage restoration company for help. The experts are trained to take care of these problems correctly, so as not to make the condition of your water pipes worse. They also know the safest way to winterize and thaw the pipes to prevent them from bursting prematurely.
No one should ever experience a burst pipe during wintertime, so make it a habit to prepare your water pipes whenever this season comes around.
If you need professional help to make sure the pipes in your Durango, Farmington, Cortez, or Pagosa Springs property are treated properly, contact Best Cleaning & Disaster Restoration Services today. Our company offers reliable burst pipe and frozen pipe services in the community. We’re also prepared to restore all types of water damage should your situation become dire.
Give us a call at 970-235-9151 for more information. Our customer service is on-call 24/7.
