Winter-Proofing Your Water Pipes: The Key to Preventing Burst Lines
As winter approaches in Ohio, homeowners are often focused on keeping the cold out and the warmth in. However, there's another crucial aspect of winter preparation that often goes overlooked: safeguarding your water pipes and spigots. At Rainbow Restoration, we've seen the extensive damage that can result from burst water lines, and we're here to stress the importance of proactive measures.
Why Winter-Proofing Water Pipes is Essential:
Avoiding Catastrophic Damage: When water inside pipes freezes, it expands. This can lead to pipes bursting, causing significant water damage to your home's structure, furnishings, and personal belongings.
Preventing Costly Repairs: Burst water lines can lead to expensive repair bills, not just for fixing the pipes, but also for restoring any water-damaged areas of your home.
Ensuring Continuous Water Supply: Frozen pipes can disrupt your home's water supply. By taking preventive measures, you ensure that you have a continuous flow of water, even during the coldest days.
Steps to Prevent Bursting of Water Lines:
Insulate Your Pipes: Especially those located in unheated areas like basements, attics, and garages. Pipe insulation is readily available at hardware stores and is easy to install.
Seal Gaps and Cracks: Ensure that there are no gaps or cracks in your home's walls or foundation where cold air can seep in and freeze the pipes.
Disconnect and Drain Outdoor Hoses: Before the first freeze, disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots. Drain the water out of the hoses and store them indoors. Also, consider installing frost-proof outdoor spigots.
Let Faucets Drip: On particularly cold nights, allow faucets to drip slightly. This continuous water flow can prevent freezing.
Keep the Heat On: Even if you're away from home, ensure your thermostat is set to at least 55°F (13°C). This will help keep the interior of your home and the pipes warm.
Open Cabinet Doors: Allow warm air to circulate around plumbing fixtures by opening cabinet doors, especially those located on exterior walls.
Know Where Your Main Water Shut-Off Is: In case a pipe does freeze and burst, you'll want to shut off the water supply to your home immediately to minimize damage.
At Rainbow Restoration of North Central Ohio, we're committed to helping homeowners recover from water-related damages. However, prevention is always the best approach. As winter looms, take the time to winter-proof your water pipes and spigots. A little preparation now can save you from the headaches and costs of burst water lines later.
In the event of water damage to your home or business, Rainbow Restoration of North Central Ohio will provide you with immediate restoration services. Contact us any hour of the day or night.
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