How do I prevent my pipes from freezing? * Be aware of the coldest areas of your home. Basements, crawl spaces, and other areas with no insulation are generally colder than other areas of your home. * Seal cracks around door frames and windows to reduce the amount of cold air coming into your home. * Find your water main and know how to shut it off before anything happens. * Protect indoor pipes, fittings, and appliances against freezing with insulation or heat strips. * Protect outdoor pipes and faucets by making sure the valve is shut off during the winter months. * Remove your garden hose from the outdoor spigot. * Open cupboard doors in the kitchen and bathrooms to allow warm air to flow near pipes. * Do not close off rooms that aren’t occupied. Open the doors to allow heat to flow throughout the house. * Common sense! Turn up the thermostat. The extra heat expense is far less than that of a burst pipe in your home! * Periodically flush the toilet and let the water drip from faucets. My pipes have started to freeze, what do I do? * Carefully use a heat gun or a hair dryer to expose the pipe to heat. Do not use a torch to heat frozen pipes. * Set up a space heater near the frozen pipe. * Use a damp rag to rub the pipes with gentle force. * Open the faucet to allow water to trickle through the pipes. My pipes have frozen and burst; what now? * Shut off the water immediately. * Call a plumber. ASAP! If you need recommendations for a reliable plumber, dont hesitate to ask us! * If neighbors are experiencing similar issues, there may be a main water break. In that case, call your town or city. * Call Gates Insurance Agency at (401) 789-3071 and we can point you in the right direction for some help with the clean-up from highly qualified professional companies.
Posted on: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 14:07:00 +0000
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