When the winter months roll around, temperatures drop, and the water inside your pipes is at risk of freezing. When water freezes, it will expand as it turns into ice, which can cause your pipes to crack or burst. Cracked or burst pipes lead to leaks and even extensive water damage. If you’re in need of frozen pipe repair services, you want a professional you can trust to get there quickly and ensure the job is done right. The trained and certified professionals at Masters Heating & Cooling have the tools and expertise needed to expertly repair your frozen pipes and prevent water damage.
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Warning Signs of Frozen Pipes
Frozen pipes are one of the biggest plumbing concerns in the winter. Recognizing the signs of freezing or already frozen pipes will help you act fast to mitigate the damage they can cause.
Signs include:
- No water coming from faucets: This is a sign that the water in your pipes is frozen or freezing and can’t flow properly.
- Unusual sounds: Strange noises like whistling or banging are signs you may have frozen pipes. Also, be aware of strange bubbling noises after you flush a toilet.
- Visible frost: Pipes in certain areas of your home, like basements, garages, and under sinks, are exposed. Regularly check these pipes for visible frost. Even a small amount of frost is a sign the water is freezing.
- Bulging or cracked pipes: A bulge or crack in any pipe is a problem that needs to be addressed, especially if you see ice seeping out.
- Odor coming from drains: Foul smells could mean frozen water in your pipes creating blockages and causing bad smells to move back up your drains and into your home.
Being on the lookout for these signs can help you address the issue before it gets worse. However, sometimes a pipe can appear fine, and you might not be able to see small fractures that are a sign of frozen pipes. The longer your pipes remain frozen, the worse the damage can become. If you think your pipes might be frozen, call a professional right away.
Our Frozen Pipe Services
At Masters Heating & Cooling, we offer a comprehensive range of repair services for frozen and burst pipes. Our experts can identify the cause of the issue, locate the impacted pipes, and fix any leaks or breaks in your pipelines. We can also provide pipe replacement services if necessary. If you’re looking to avoid frozen pipes in the future, we offer preventative solutions such as pipe insulation and temperature-controlled valves for outdoor faucets.
Our team uses superior techniques to safely and effectively thaw your pipes and prevent further damage. Our expertise means any damage caused by freezing will be efficiently repaired to prevent extensive water damage.
Call Masters for Frozen and Burst Pipe Repair
Since 1980, Masters has been proud to serve Southern Michigan and Northeast Indiana with the highest quality HVAC and plumbing products and services. Our pipe repair solutions will help prevent the costly damage frozen pipes can cause and restore function to your plumbing system.
Choose Masters Heating & Cooling for exceptional frozen and burst pipe repair services. Schedule services today.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is not recommended. Rapidly thawing a compromised pipe can create further issues, and applying high heat can create damage where there wasn’t any. You can prevent frozen pipes by insulating exposed pipes, keeping your home warm, covering outdoor faucets, and running a small stream of water from your faucets. Pipes will start to freeze as soon as the temperature drops to 32 degrees or below. Pipes that aren’t properly insulated or have been exposed to the cold for an extended period of time are more susceptible to freezing.Should I try thawing my pipes with a hair dryer?
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