Extremely cold temperatures can also cause damage to your pipes and plumbing systems. In Canada, we suffer from winters with harsh temperatures that go well below freezing. These cold days put your pipes at risk for freezing, turning the water into solid ice and causing dangerous blockages.
When the temperatures drop, your pipes may be at risk. If your pipes are not properly insulated, frozen pipes are cause for concern. Once your pipes are frozen, this ice can continue to expand. If this issue is left unresolved, it can cause your pipe to burst or crack.
Once you suspect that your pipes are frozen, do not wait. Contact our plumbing experts to come to your home and unfreeze your pipes to prevent any further issues, bursts, or cracks.
If you have frozen pipes, you want to trust Capital Plumbing & Heating to restore the function of your home quickly to mitigate any additional damage. Contact us to schedule an appointment with our technicians today!
If you suspect that your pipes are frozen, you first need to shut off your main water valve to take pressure off your pipes and prevent flooding. If you can spot the blockage, you may be able to thaw the ice yourself with the help of a space heater or hairdryer. Contact our professionals so we can make our way to your home to inspect and thaw the leak and prevent any other damages.
While all poorly-insulated pipes are susceptible to freezing when the temperatures drop dramatically, there are some pipes that freeze more frequently, including:
