Steps You Can Take to Prevent Frozen Water Pipes

During the cold winter months, one of the more serious problems that can occur with the components of your home is the water pipes becoming frozen. If the temperatures are cold enough, it’s possible for some of the water pipes on your property to freeze, which causes pressure that can lead to the pipes bursting. When this happens, you’ll require the services of a professional repair company like Lion Home Service. There are, however, some quick tips that you can follow to help avoid issues with frozen water pipes.

Consider Adding Some Insulation

If you want a more permanent solution to frozen water pipes, consider adding some extra insulation in areas of your home that the pipes run through like the basement and attic. You can also add some fiberglass or foam rubber sleeves directly to the piping to help keep temperatures up. While insulation helps with the exterior of the pipes, the insides of these pipes won’t be protected, which means that prolonged usage of cold water in the pipes can cause them to freeze. The temperatures in Fort Collins can be extreme and Lion Home Service can help with sound advice and experienced professionals.

Make Sure That Your Heat Remains On

If you’re going on vacation or are going to be away from your home for a few days, you should avoid turning the temperatures down while you’re away. Keeping the heat on will help to prevent the pipes from becoming frozen. The heat should always be above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Consider Having Your Faucet Drip

If you believe that a specific pipe is about to freeze, keep your faucet dripping to lessen the amount of pressure buildup in the pipes. If both cold and hot water pipes run to the faucet, turn both of them on.

At Lion Home Service, we provide our customers with a wide array of services that mainly center around heating, cooling, and electrical services. We also offer some additional services to residents of Fort Collins and the surrounding areas that include duct cleaning, radon testing, and the placement of insulation.

In the event that your water pipes have become frozen, call Lion Home Service immediately so that we can provide you with a quick repair.

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