Thaw and Prevent Frozen Pipes
$50
1 Hour
Easy
Frozen pipes are scary.
Not to mention really inconvenient.
But with a little knowledge and a few supplies you can thaw them and keep them toasty all winter.
The thawing part is actually not too hard. But if the pipes freeze too much they can split or spring leaks.
And if this happens you'll have to replace walls or ceilings.
Bottom line - you can prevent frozen pipes and I'll show you some easy ways to do it.
http://www.homerepairtutor.com/thawing-and-preventing-frozen-pipes/
Check out my post and the video for all the details.
And if you have your own tips please add them to the comments so that we can all learn from you.
Cheers,
Jeff
Not to mention really inconvenient.
But with a little knowledge and a few supplies you can thaw them and keep them toasty all winter.
The thawing part is actually not too hard. But if the pipes freeze too much they can split or spring leaks.
And if this happens you'll have to replace walls or ceilings.
Bottom line - you can prevent frozen pipes and I'll show you some easy ways to do it.
http://www.homerepairtutor.com/thawing-and-preventing-frozen-pipes/
Check out my post and the video for all the details.
And if you have your own tips please add them to the comments so that we can all learn from you.
Cheers,
Jeff
Learn how to thaw and prevent frozen water pipes
Locate your water main
Open all cabinet doors that contain plumbing pipes
Warm pipes in cabinets with space heaters
Use a hair dryer to thaw frozen pipes (they might have frost on them)
Use electrical heating cables according to the directions to keep pipes warm
Use the right electrical tape for heating cables-SUPER Important
Add Frost-Free Sillcocks to your home instead of traditional hose bibs
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Thanks!! I left Pittsburgh that day to come back to grad school and it was sooooo cold! Our pipes have even frozen here in AR temps this year were very cold!
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Lowes sells covers to fit over faucets so they dont freeze. Easy to apply. Lso use pool noodles as insulation on pipes.
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