Frozen Pipe Prevention, Mitigation, and Repair
Freezing pipes can present a myriad of problems for Jefferson County homeowners. If the problem is not prevented or solved early, then your family could be hit a costly repair bill. As a homeowner, it pays to know prevention, mitigation, and repair solutions to keep your family from dealing with the consequences of freezing pipe water damage.
Freezing pipes unattended lead to burst pipes and substantial water damage, which is one of the most common home owner insurance claims. The average water damage claim is roughly $5,000. The key to preventing this damage from occurring is to understand why frozen pipes occur, how to mitigate damage from them, and especially to have on-call a plumbing expert that you can trust ready to repair any damage that may occur.
The experts at the Master’s Plumbing Company have the knowledge and expertise to help Jefferson County homeowners with any plumbing issue. They can help you before or after a frozen pipe occurs by providing you with a plumbing inspection, routine maintenance, and fast repairs. If you have any questions on how to prevent or repair frozen pipes, call the Master’s Plumbing Company.
Frozen Pipe Prevention
Frozen pipes are a problem because of a unique property of water. Unlike most substances, water actually expands in volume when it freezes from a liquid into a solid. As a result, the water that comfortably filled a pipe while in liquid from can potentially break the pipe as pressure builds when the water freezes.
In other words, it is imperative that Jefferson County homeowners take preventative measures to stop freezing pipes from occurring. Master’s Plumbing Company recommends these five easy steps to prevent frozen pipes:
- Leave your interior heat on above at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit
- Close garage doors to insulate the area from outside temperatures
- Open cabinets in the kitchen and bathroom to promote warm air flow
- Keep the thermostat at the same temperature day and night
- When the temperature will go below freezing at night, turn on faucets enough that they drip
Frozen Pipe Identification and Damage Mitigation
Living in the South does not mean that you are immune from the dangers of frozen pipes. If water does not flow from a faucet or if toilets do not flush during the winter, chances are that a pipe is frozen. Check the pipes to see if they are covered in frost. In some cases, a frozen pipe will bulge. Any of these signs are indicative of a frozen pipe.
Whenever you identify a frozen pipe, it is imperative that you call a licensed plumber immediately. The Jefferson County plumbing experts at the Master’s Plumbing Company specialize in frozen pipe identification and damage mitigation. While waiting for them to arrive, make sure to follow these recommended procedures:
- Keep the faucet on in order to promote water flow. The flowing water will help thaw the line.
- Apply heat to the frozen section by wrapping the pipe with a towel warmed with hot water
- As always, if the frozen area cannot be identified, call your licensed plumber immediately
Frozen Pipe Repair
When dealing with frozen pipes, the most important damage prevention method is to call a licensed plumber immediately. The longer the problem persists, the more damage that will occur to your home. The licensed professionals at the Master’s Plumbing Company have the ability to repair frozen pipes in a quick fashion to prevent further damage to your family home.
As always, diligence in protecting your Jefferson County property is of the utmost importance. If you are concerned about frozen pipes or any plumbing issue, it is recommended that your schedule routine maintenance and inspection services before the cold season. The experts at the Master’s Plumbing Company can help keep your Jefferson County home safe before frozen pipes develop.
