Prevent Frozen Pipes

1/9/2023 (Permalink)

A burst pipe can cause considerable damage to your property if not addressed quickly. 

A frozen pipe can burst at the point where the ice blockage inside the pipe is located, but typically the rupture is caused by the backflow and the blockage. A burst pipe can cause considerable damage to your property if not addressed quickly.  

Prevent frozen pipes this winter with these tips:  

• Keep water faucets running with a slow drip  
• Keep garage door closed  
• Keep thermostat set to the same temperature morning and night  
• Leave the cabinet doors open near pipes  
• Unhook the hose from outside the house  
• Install heat tape  
• Seal leaks to prevent cold air from entering your home  
• Check the temperature in the house to ensure there is enough heat on those colder days  

Disasters can still happen to the most prepared person. If your home or business has water damage because of a burst frozen pipe, the team at SERVPRO is “Here to Help” get your property back to preloss condition.