Tips on what to do if your pipes freeze

12/18/2019 (Permalink)

This is a frozen pipe at a home in Elma NY SERVPRO was called out to handle the water mitigation

Here in Erie county are winters can be brutal on our homes. freezing pipes are always a possibility and can be costly to repair.Here are some tips if this issue occurs in your home. Tip #1 A hairdryer doesn't always do the trick when it comes to frozen pipes.Sometimes heating cables are necessary to dethaw a frozen pipe.they are like long extension cords you wrap around your cold water pipes to keep them from freezing. Pipes can also freeze behind walls which can cause issues in the long run. It can lead to mold or removal of the wall itself in order to fix the problem. If an exterior wall is not properly insulated it can cause interior pipes to freeze. If these issues happen to you, give SERVPRO a call we're always here to help. another great tip is too leave your water drip just a little during the winter months. it will not impact your water bill too much and will save you costly repairs in the future