Dealing With Frozen Pipes
No one wants to deal with any pipes freezing. Yet, this is a problem that can – and does – arise. Frozen pipes have a tendency to lead you into hiring burst pipe repair services. Considering the very serious nature of this plumbing problem, you must be completely aware of all the issues surrounding frozen pipes.
Why Pipes Freeze
The main reason pipes freeze is because the temperature outside reaches very low levels and the heat in the home also drops. This is why it is critical to make sure a furnace is always at a certain level during frigidly cold winter months. Do you have a vacation home you visit and leave your primary residence behind? If so, then you want to be sure someone is checking on the temperature at the property.
Your furnace may also die out and do so at the worst possible time without any warning. Needless to say, this is a huge disaster waiting to happen. Making sure your furnace is in good condition prior to the onset of winter is very critical to prevent the horror that could ensue once the pipes burst.
Prevention Steps
In addition to the aforementioned notion that you must have heat levels kept at a certain degree, you should make sure that the furnace works perfectly. At the first sign of something being out of order, call a repair person to check out and fix the system.
Always take steps to maximize the efficiency of your hot water heater. As long as hot water is running water is running through the pipes, then it cannot freeze. Clogs should be eliminated as well because running water, like hot water, cannot freeze.
As always, prevention is always easier than having to repair damage. A good plumber can clear out clogs for a nominal fee.
The Ensuing Damage
Obviously, once a pipe bursts, it has to be replaced and this is going to incur major costs. The plumbing costs are not the only ones you are going to be stuck with. The flooding water is going to serious ruin the interior. Repair work is going to be required and you will also need to purchase new furniture or other items that have been wrecked.
Once you realize these issues are possible, you should have a good plumber work on fixing any pipes that are at risk for freezing.
Is the cold Mason winter making you think about the security of your plumbing system? Call Nixco Plumbing today at (513) 398-5907 for top quality frozen pipe services.