The Importance of Insulating Water Pipes
Think ahead this year and insulate water pipes before it’s too late. Every winter Prestige is called out to countless homes to repair frozen pipes in Mansfield and Central Ohio. Even with insulated pipes, there is still the chance of damage. The fact is the weather in Ohio can be pretty rough during the winter. It’s not only tough on us, but our belongings as well. Don’t look past insulating water pipes in your home this year.
If your pipes are not properly insulated then you are at risk of bursting a frozen pipe. When temperatures drop below freezing, which is very often, then you could be in a hazardous situation. First your pipes freeze, then they burst, and then you are left with a huge mess. You may end up needing to replace walls, floors, and many valuable items inside your home. This is why we cannot stress enough that you insulate your water pipes, either on your own or professionally. Just be sure you are ready for the drop in temperature this year.
Frozen Water Pipe
A frozen water pipe is not a situation you want to find yourself in. Don’t fear just yet, because you can still eliminate the pipe braking and causing potential major damage. See if you can locate the area of the pipe that is frozen. At times, the best route is by just feeling along the pipe until you find the frozen area. Once located, run a hair dryer at high heat towards the pipe. If this method works, then slowly run water through the line to eliminate all the frozen chunks of water.
Now, that you have saved yourself a major headache, think about what could have happened if your frozen water pipe busted. This incident can happen again tomorrow and leave you worried again. We suggest you fix the problem as soon as possible. Your pipes need to be insulated. Either attempt to insulate them yourself, which certainly can be done by most. If you have trouble getting to the pipes, or don’t have the time, then contact us at Prestige Insulation. We will make sure you are well equipped for the remainder of the winter and many more to come.
Broken Water Pipe
The worst has happened; you now have a broken water pipe, and a huge mess to clean up. Don’t panic. Find the water valve and shut it off immediately to eliminate any worsening damage to your home. If the pipe has broken under a kitchen or bathroom sink, then start to empty anything stored in or near those areas. Now, take a deep breath and call us. We understand how stressful and inconvenient this situation can be, so we offer emergency services. We will figure out a time that works with your schedule, day or night, and then fix the broken water pipe. At this time, given the situation, we highly recommend you allow us to properly insulate your water pipes so that the same scenario doesn’t happen again.
How To Keep Pipes From Freezing
Well simply put, you should call us to make sure you’re pipes are properly insulated. Our strongest suggestion is to be prepared before a problem presents itself. Here at Prestige Insulation & Drywall we want what is best for all of our customers. We offer a completely free estimate, and we always make it a point to work around your busy schedule. Our staff is experienced and happy to assist with winterizing your home this year.