Frozen Water Pipes Can Be Avoided

Business and homeowners in Maplewood and North Saint Paul, Stillwater Mn. That are in need of professional plumbers for a wide range of plumbing services can count on  Paul Vadnais Plumbing.

Outdoor frozen pipes

Now that the weather has started to turn for the worse frozen pipes can become a big headache and create lot’s of damage for home and business owners. Fortunately there are several steps that you can take before a disaster strikes! 

 If have not already brought in your outdoor fixtures get them inside before the real cold weather hits.

Freezing temperatures can be problematic for all of your outdoor fixtures that use water. This includes things like garden hoses, bird baths and fountains. Although most of these items are not going to create huge issues a connected garden hose can cause damage to an outdoor spigot and that can indeed effect your homes foundation. Also if the line connected to the spigot ruptures it can leak back into a basement and it may be a while before you notice it.

Contrary to most of our tips on our blogs letting pipes thatmay be exposed to freezing temps could in fact benefit from a slow drip. A slow drip may keep water moving this movement will keep the water from standing still in the pipe. Standing water is a lot more likely to freeze. Just like a lake vs a river.

However you still don’t want to have a steady stream flowing as that may cause issues of it’s own just a slow steady drip can make the difference.

Insulate Pipes.

Insulation Kits for Plumbing Piepes

This is the easiest and least expensive thing you can try. Depending on how exposed the pipes are insulation can usually deter any freezing. Of course if for some reason you have pipes outside or running thru a totally exposed area that gets no heat flow more extensive insulating may be called for. Simply cut pieces of foam pipe sleeves to the right length, run your finger along the slit to open it up, then slip it over the exposed water supply pipes beneath sinks (along outside walls) and pipes in

exposed places like garages, crawl spaces and attics. These insulators are typically $2 - $5 per 6 ft length depending on the material they are made from. Also these plumbing pipe insulation pieces can be found at any home improvement or hardware store. A professional plumber can help to determine which type of pipe insulation and where best to place it to keep your pipes from freezing.

Turn up the Thermostat.

We all try to save money on our heating bills in the winter. Adding just a degree or two may help you prevent your pipes from over exposure to cold and potentialfreezing. If you have pipes under a sink on an exposed wall we have found that keeping the cupboard doors open can allow a little more heat to circulate and prevent pipes from freezing.

Install a Heating Cable

Though this may add a little to your electric bill they typically run at a very low rate and all in all should not deter you from using this method in an area that you are having trouble circulating enough air the keep you pipes from freezing and bursting.

As you can see there are many different methods a plumber can recommend to keep your pipes from bursting in the coming cold season. Contact a professional plumber with lots of experience in these situations. Paul Vadnais Plumbing has over 25 yearsof experience keeping frozen pipes thawed.

Paul Vadnais Plumbing

St Paul Mn Plumbers

651-429-8908

www.paulvadnais-plumbing.com

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