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Extremely cold temperatures put your pipes at risk in the winter. Learn which pipes are most at risk and get tips on preventing frozen pipes.
Frozen pipes can present an invisible threat – one that you might not recognize until the weather starts to warm. By then, the water damage can be significant and costly. Fortunately, keeping your home warmer, at a consistent temperature, and better insulated can help protect your pipes from freezing this winter.
Frozen pipes can present an invisible threat – one that you might not recognize until the weather starts to warm. By then, the water damage can be significant and costly. Fortunately, keeping your home warmer, at a consistent temperature, and better insulated can help protect your pipes from freezing this winter.
What Do You Do if You Have a Frozen Pipe?
If you suspect pipes in your home have been exposed to freezing temperatures, or water is not flowing through a faucet normally, follow these steps to help reduce the potential for water damage:
If you suspect pipes in your home have been exposed to freezing temperatures, or water is not flowing through a faucet normally, follow these steps to help reduce the potential for water damage:
- Locate and close the main water shutoff valve as soon as possible and before temperatures rise above freezing.
- Open all faucets including those outside to drain remaining water from pipes.
- Have buckets, towels and fans available to contain, clean-up and dry water leaks.
- Slowly turn water back on and inspect for leaks. If there are leaks, be prepared to turn the water off immediately.
- Also inspect pipes for damage in areas like attics and crawl spaces, where it is safe to do so.
- Never use torches or heat guns to facilitate thawing as these can create fire hazards.
- As temperatures increase above freezing, watch and listen for signs of water leaks.
- If there is pipe damage, call a licensed plumber for repairs.
Why is a Frozen Pipe a Concern?
Which Pipes Are Most at Risk?
How do you Prevent Frozen Pipes?
Check out the entire article from Travelers. You will be glad that you did.
Winter can be harsh and demanding. Take steps now to prepare your home and ensure your family’s safety and your peace of mind.
We have been helping homeowners with insurance coverage for over 60 years. We will help you get the best coverage for your needs. Reach out to us if you would like more information at 201-796-1881.
Which Pipes Are Most at Risk?
How do you Prevent Frozen Pipes?
Check out the entire article from Travelers. You will be glad that you did.
Winter can be harsh and demanding. Take steps now to prepare your home and ensure your family’s safety and your peace of mind.
We have been helping homeowners with insurance coverage for over 60 years. We will help you get the best coverage for your needs. Reach out to us if you would like more information at 201-796-1881.
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