Preventing Frozen Pipes Lincoln

12/2/2019 (Permalink)

Preventing frozen pipes

As the winter is getting closer and closer, frozen pipes become regular occurrences in New England homes. Since water expands in the pipes once it is frozen, the expansion puts pressure on the pipe, this can then cause the pipes to crack and/ or break. This can cause a major problem to your home. To be sure this does not happen to you and your home, once the temperatures drop below freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit) here are some tips:

• Drain water from all pools and sprinkler supply lines.
• Remove, drain and store hoses.
  • Be sure to close the inside valves that supply the outdoor hose spouts. Keep the outdoor ones open to allow the remaining water to drain.
• Know where your water supply lines are located in unheated areas of the home. Make sure they are insulated to ensure they don’t freeze.
  • To insulate pipes consider:
    • Pipe sleeves
    • Heat tape and cable
    • Even using newspaper can help
  • Keep your garage doors closed to prevent more cold air from entering.
  • Keep your thermostat at the same temperature throughout the day and night.
    • If you are away from home for a long time, set the temp in your house to no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit (American Red Cross)

At SERVPRO of Northern Rhode Island, we want you and your family to be as prepared as possible in case of an emergency, especially when the weather is going to get colder and colder. By taking these tips into consideration, your pipes will hopefully not freeze or burst to cause any damage to your commercial property or home.

If you have any questions or concerns, give us a call at (401) 949-9955 or visit our website

https://www.SERVPROnorthernrhodeisland.com/water-damage-restoration