Frozen Pipe Repair and Prevention

Our team of highly qualified plumbers can offer professional and expert frozen pipe repair when plumbing pipes break due to cold temperatures and poor insulation. It is important to know that freezing pipes are not a plumbing issue. Frozen pipes are an insulation issue. While older homes are usually more susceptible to frozen and broken pipes, the fact is, anyone can be affected. During the colder months, Colorado Springs residents often face challenges with frozen pipes. Unfortunately, frozen pipes often break, leading to additional problems such as lack of water, low water pressure, pipe repair and replacement, and more.

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes

• Run each faucet in your home a small amount during colder temperatures.
• Inspect your main water line’s emergency stop to ensure it is in working order.
• Keep the thermostat at a constant temperature at 62 degrees or above at all times.
• Open cabinets under your sinks to allow the warm air in.
• Close crawler vents during the winter months.
• Remove your hose from outdoor faucets at the first sign of cold temperatures.
• Examine your homes foundation for possible air leaks.

Ex. If mortar has fallen out from between stone or blocks, there may be space for cold air to penetrate your home.

What to Do If Your Pipes Break

• Shut Off the main water valve.
• Clear the area around the leak or broken pipe.
  
• Carefully unplug and remove electronic devices or appliances in the surrounding area.

If you have the unlucky situation and find yourself in need of frozen pipe repair, Team Plumbing can help. When you call our plumbers, we can arrive quickly to repair the situation, and help you avoid cold nights and possible flooding.