Frozen Pipes? No Problem! Thaw Them With These Steps!

12/9/2019 (Permalink)

How To Thaw Frozen Pipes! 

The winter freeze is quickly approaching. Which means your pipes may freeze. If you try to turn on your facet on an icy day and only a trickle comes out, you may have a frozen pipe. Don't worry! We have accumulated a few tips to help you thaw out frozen pipes and keep your home from flooding this winter. 

1. Turn on your faucet. As the frozen pipe heats up, the ice plug will begin to melt. Running water through the pipe will help melt ice in the pipe. 
2. Apply heat to a section of pipe.  Do not use any device with an open flame to heat the frozen pipe. The high heat can start a fire or damage the pipe. Instead, use an electric heating pad or hairdryer. 
3. Apply heat until the water pressure is restored. Check all the faucets in your home and see if water pressure is restored. If it's not, you may have another frozen pipe. 
4. Call a licensed plumber If you are unable to locate the frozen pipe, if the area is not accessible, or if you cannot thaw the pipe yourself. 

If a pipe bursts in your home, don't stress! Call SERVPRO of South Greenville County 864-292-3137!