Winter is here, and with it comes the potential for frozen pipes in your home. Frozen pipes can cause significant damage and can be expensive to repair. However, with a few simple steps, you can prevent frozen pipes from occurring in the first place. Our plumbing experts will provide you with some tips on how to prevent frozen pipes in your home.
Insulate Your Pipes
One of the best ways to prevent frozen pipes is to insulate them. Insulating your pipes will help keep them warm and prevent them from freezing. You can purchase pipe insulation at your local hardware store and install it yourself. It’s a simple and affordable solution that can save you a lot of money in the long run.
Keep Your Home Warm
Another way to prevent frozen pipes is to keep your home warm. Make sure your thermostat is set to at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit, even when you’re away from home. This will help keep your pipes warm and prevent them from freezing. You can also open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
Let Your Faucets Drip
If you’re worried about your pipes freezing, you can let your faucets drip. This will keep water flowing through the pipes and prevent them from freezing. Just make sure to only let your faucets drip a little bit, as letting them drip too much can waste a lot of water.
Seal Any Drafts
Drafts can make your home colder and increase the chances of your pipes freezing. Make sure to seal any drafts around windows and doors to keep your home warm. You can use weatherstripping or caulking to seal any gaps.
Disconnect Your Garden Hoses
Finally, make sure to disconnect your garden hoses before winter. If you leave them connected, water can freeze in the hose and cause the faucet and connecting pipes to freeze and break. Make sure to turn off the outdoor water supply and drain any water left in the pipes.
Preventing frozen pipes is essential to protect your home from damage. By insulating your pipes, keeping your home warm, letting your faucets drip, sealing any drafts, and disconnecting your garden hoses, you can prevent frozen pipes from occurring. If you’re still worried about frozen pipes, give us a call at 615 Plumbing. We offer a range of services to help prevent and repair frozen pipes. Contact us today to learn more.
