When the temperature outside drops below freezing, the water inside your pipes can turn into ice. When water freezes, it expands and takes up more space. This expansion puts immense pressure on the metal or plastic pipes. If the pressure gets too high, the pipe can burst open. A burst pipe releases a large amount of water into your home very quickly, causing damage to walls, floors, and furniture. This often happens in basements, attics, or crawl spaces where there is less heat. It is important to prepare your plumbing before the coldest nights arrive. Our technicians can help identify the pipes that are most at risk of freezing. We can apply proper insulation to exposed pipes to keep the cold air away from the water. We can also check your home for air leaks that might be letting freezing drafts reach your plumbing. If a pipe is located in a very cold exterior wall, we can suggest solutions to keep it warm. Prevention is much better than dealing with the mess of a broken water line in the middle of winter. Using a torch or open flame to thaw a frozen pipe yourself is extremely dangerous and can start a fire. If you suspect a pipe is frozen or if one has already burst, you need professional help immediately. Our team knows how to safely thaw pipes and repair any splits or cracks. We stop the leak and restore your water service. Protect your home from water damage this winter. Contact Keep Smiling Plumbing Electric Heating and Cooling for frozen pipe prevention services.
