Frozen Pipe Tips for your home or business in Alliance, Ohio

1/12/2018 (Permalink)

A pipe break can cause severe water damage. Call SERVPRO of S&E Stark County for 24/7 Water Cleanup & Restoration.

Winter is in full swing especially in Alliance, Ohio and we are experiencing very cold or freezing temperatures this time of year. Everyone wonders what needs to be done to protect their pipes in freezing temperatures. It is important to protect your pipes and your plumbing system in cold weather. It is especially important if you plan to be away from home for long periods of time. Here are a few tips:

On the inside:

• Let a stream of water run, if the temperature dips below freezing.
• Open cupboard doors in the kitchen and bathrooms.
• Shut off and drain your water system if you are leaving home for several days.

 
On the outside: 

• Caulk around pipes where they enter the house.
• Disconnect garden hoses.
• Drain in-ground sprinkler systems.

Wondering what happens if pipes freeze? When water freezes in a pipe, it expands the same way a soda can would. If it expands enough, the pipe bursts and could result in serious damage. Pipes and valves on outside walls or in the attics are the most common trouble spots. If you open a faucet and water does not come out, you may be dealing with a frozen pipe.  

If your home or business has been water damaged, call SERVPRO of S&E Stark County 24/7 at 330-823-4088.