When the temperature drops too low, you may find yourself with a case of frozen pipes, which can leave you without running water to certain fixtures or even the whole house. If you suspect you have frozen pipes, give us a call today! We’ll not only get your pipes thawed in the quickest way possible, we’ll look for long-term remedies so you’re not dealing with the same problem winter after winter.

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Expert Tips from Plumbers In DC on Protecting Your Pipes in Winter

When water freezes it expands putting incredible pressure on your pipes causing your pipes to break. Pipes that freeze most frequently are those that are exposed to extreme cold, like outdoor hose bibs(faucets), attics, swimming pool supply lines, water sprinkler lines, and water supply pipes in unheated interior areas like basements and crawl spaces, garages, or kitchen cabinets. Pipes that run against exterior walls that have little or no insulation are subject to freezing.

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes:

• In the fall before the cold weather sets in follow these guidelines to prevent expensive repairs in the future:
• Drain water from the swimming pool and water sprinkler supply lines following manufacturer’s or installer’s directions.
• Remove, drain, and store hoses used outdoors. Close inside valves supplying outdoor hose bibs. Open the outside hose bibs to allow water to drain.
• Insulating your exposed pipes, particularly in the colder areas of your home, like basements and garages, is a very crucial step. This simple action can provide a significant defense against freezing temperatures.
• Equally important is maintaining a consistent temperature in your home. Resist the urge to lower your thermostat at night; a slightly higher heating bill is a small price to pay compared to the cost of dealing with burst pipes. You can also open any cabinet doors that back up to an exterior wall to allow warm air to circulate around your plumbing.

As experienced plumbers in DC we know that the pipes can still freeze. Call DJ’s Plumbing & Electrical Services at (202) 505-4675. Our plumbers in DC can help assess and fix the problem for you. We also offer a wide variety of plumbing services, so if your system is in need of plumbing repair, we can take care of that too!