How to Prevent Common Winter Plumbing Problems
This time of year brings so much excitement – adorable trick-or-treaters, family together around Thanksgiving tables, and the delight of the holidays. But with the wonderful comes the terrible. The cold weather and bitter temperatures can cause a whole world of plumbing problems. Stevenson Service Experts is here with a few preventative measures to help you minimize your chance of experiencing these common winter plumbing problems.
Frozen Pipes
Your pipes becoming frozen is a common plumbing problem for Columbus. This typically occurs when high water pressure through the main water pipe merges with freezing temperatures. To help avoid this plumbing problem, leave a faucet a little open to let water continually flow through. If you do realize you have a frozen pipe, disable the main water supply to prevent the pipe from rupturing. Try thawing the frozen area of the pipe with heated water and if that doesn’t solve the problem, give Stevenson Service Experts a call and we’ll send one of our expert plumbers out to look at the issue.
Broken Water Line
A leak or break in your water line could cause serious damage to your home. Water piping leaks or breaks are commonly caused by a frozen garden hose. If you leave your hose connected to your water spout during extreme temperatures, the ice inside can cause pressure to build up in your home’s water lines and cause a leak or a break. To avert this problem, ensure your garden hoses are drained and disconnected before freezing temperatures set in.
Failing Hot Water Systems
If your hot water heater is not operating as well as expected, confirm the temperature is set high enough. If you own a gas water heater, be sure the pilot light is still lit. If everything is set correctly and lit properly, call Stevenson Service Experts so we can send out a professional plumber to find out what’s going on. To prevent this problem altogether, make sure you are getting your annual hot water heater maintenance and it’s best if you service it well before winter begins. Call 614-334-3192 or schedule online to ensure you don’t get left without warm water this winter.