{"id":3317,"date":"2015-01-15T11:42:56","date_gmt":"2015-01-15T11:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geteco.com\/?p=3317"},"modified":"2024-05-07T15:25:01","modified_gmt":"2024-05-07T15:25:01","slug":"preventing-thawing-frozen-pipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geteco.com\/blog\/preventing-thawing-frozen-pipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing &amp; Thawing Frozen Pipes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re away from home when\u00a0freezing temperatures\u00a0hit or you\u2019ve forgotten to leave the faucets dripping, a frozen pipe can lead to it bursting and flooding your home. Preventing\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.geteco.com\/plumbing-services\/frozen-pipe-repair-cost-columbus-oh\/\">frozen pipes<\/a>\u00a0in Columbus, Ohio, is a fairly simple maintenance routine that should be part of your home winterization. Knowing how to thaw a pipe that\u2019s accidentally been left exposed to the elements can save you time and money in potential damage.<\/p>\n<p>Pipes that are most at risk for becoming frozen include those located on the exterior of your home in a sink or spigot and those located in crawlspaces, basements, and attic spaces that are unheated. Galvanized pipes found in older homes are more likely to freeze than newer models. For your reference, we\u2019ve outlined below the ways to prevent frozen pipes and thaw them out in winter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Prevent\u00a0Frozen Pipes<\/strong><br \/>\nKeep a close eye on weather reports. As soon as the weather starts to dip below freezing, you\u2019ll need to make sure your prevention methods are in place.<br \/>\nInsulate the pipes. Wrapping pipes and outdoor spigots in insulation can protect against freezing. To do so, clean your pipes first and allow them to dry. Foil and fiberglass insulation are both good choices for winterization. Wrap the insulation with a slight overlap and secure with a sturdy tape. Make sure you insulate both hot and cold water lines during this process.<\/p>\n<p>Close outdoor leading vents. Vents that might be in your crawlspace or attic should be closed in winter time to prevent the cold from seeping in.<\/p>\n<p>Close your garage doors. When the weather is below freezing, your garage is another way that heat can escape and pipes can become frozen.<\/p>\n<p>Drain hoses and pools.<br \/>\nInstall a heat sleeve. If you anticipate freezing temperatures over a longer period of time, installing a product near the pipes that will keep them warmer 24\/7 might be a good idea. Heating products specifically made to protect pipes include sleeves, cables, or tapes.<\/p>\n<p>Open cabinets. If you heat your home with a central fireplace or wood burning stove, other areas of your home might be susceptible to freezing temperatures. Opening cabinets that face the exterior of your home, in particular, will allow for the circulation of warmer air and decrease the odds of frozen pipes.<br \/>\nDon\u2019t leave your home and turn off the thermostat. Leave your home thermostat set at least at 55 degrees Fahrenheit to reduce the likelihood of indoor pipes freezing.<\/p>\n<p>Let your faucets drip. Letting your\u00a0faucets drip\u00a0slowly throughout the freezing spell can reduce the amount of pressure on pipes and decrease the chance of your pipes bursting.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Thawing Frozen Pipes<\/strong><br \/>\nKeep all faucets open so that when the ice starts to melt, the running water can help melt more ice.<br \/>\nLook for any additional frozen pipes around your home.<br \/>\nApply heat. Using a heating pad, hairdryer, or other heat source, keep constant heat on the pipes until the water melts. You\u2019ll need to continue applying heat until your water pressure returns to normal. Do not use a source of open flame to thaw your pipes.<\/p>\n<p>If you can\u2019t find the\u00a0frozen pipe\u00a0or you run into other difficulties, <a href=\"\/contact-us\/\">contact<\/a> a professional plumbing service in Columbus like The Eco Plumbers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re away from home when\u00a0freezing temperatures\u00a0hit or you\u2019ve forgotten to leave the faucets dripping, a frozen pipe can lead to it bursting and flooding your home. Preventing\u00a0frozen pipes\u00a0in Columbus, Ohio, is a fairly simple maintenance routine that should be part of your home winterization. Knowing how to thaw a pipe that\u2019s accidentally been left [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":3287,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3317","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Preventing &amp; Thawing Frozen Pipes | Eco Plumbers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Preventing &amp; Thawing Frozen Pipes - Eco Plumbers provides expert solutions to protect and restore your plumbing system. 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