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Don't Let Your Pipes Freeze!!
1/25/2019 (Permalink)
Make sure your pipes don't freeze and bust during the cold weather!
If they do, SERVPRO of Spring/Tomball is always here to help!
With these cold temperatures we are experiencing, it is ALWAYS a good idea to ensure that your pipes don't freeze and bust! There are several low-cost or free things you can do to protect your home, helping you save hundreds, even thousands of dollars in repair.
1. Insulate your pipes and faucets. Keep in mind that towels may not be the best long-term option.
- Pipe insulation materials, faucet covers and slip-on faucet protectors are all recommended ways to keep the pipes warm. You can find them at any local hardware stores.
2. Turn off your sprinkler system and make sure the backflow preventer is drained.
- Know where you black flow or your vacuum system for your irrigation system is. If your backflow preventer is not drained, then your pipes may break.
3. Experts say you can try your hair dryer if pipes freeze.
- Obviously, safety comes first. However, if you can locate the part of the pipe that is frozen, you can try to thaw it with a hairdryer.
4. If you live in an old home, keep your faucet lightly dripping.
- Older homes were built to a different code. People with older homes should leave their faucets lightly dripping to prevent water from freezing inside pipes.
SERVPRO of Spring/Tomball specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration and we are an IICRC Certified Firm. We believe in continuous training: from initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.