How to Prevent Common Winter Plumbing Problems
This time of year brings so much excitement – cute trick-or-treaters, loved ones together around Thanksgiving dinners, and the enchantment of the holidays. But with the lovely comes the ugly. The winter weather and bitter temperatures can cause a whole world of plumbing problems. Stevenson Service Experts is here with a couple preventative measures to help you lower your chance of experiencing these common winter plumbing problems.
Frozen Pipes
Frozen pipes are a common plumbing problem for Columbus. This commonly happens when high water pressure through the main water pipe combines with freezing temperatures. To help avoid this plumbing problem, leave a faucet somewhat open to make sure the water can continuously flow through. If you do find a frozen pipe, disable the main water supply to stop the pipe from bursting. Try warming 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 qualified plumbers out to inspect the issue.
Broken Water Line
An opening or break in your water line could cause significant damage to your home. Water line cracks or breaks are commonly because of a frozen garden hose. If you leave your hose connected to your water spout following a freeze, the ice inside can cause pressure to build up in your home’s water pipes and create a leak or a break. To avert this problem, confirm your garden hoses are drained and disconnected before the freezing temperatures arrive.
Failing Hot Water Systems
If your hot water heater is not working as well as expected, verify that the temperature is set high enough. If you use a gas water heater, be sure the pilot light is still lit. If these aren’t the cause of your hot water issues, call Stevenson Service Experts so we can send out an expert plumber to find out what’s going on. To prevent this problem altogether, ensure you are having your hot water heater serviced annually and it’s better if you service it well before cold temperatures set in. Call 614-334-3192 or schedule online to make sure you don’t get left in the cold this winter.