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When is it Cold Enough Pipes to Freeze?

We have reached pipe freezing temperatures several times this winter. We will reach those temperatures again in the coming days.Yes, it definitely gets cold enough for pipes to freeze in Indiana! Since plumbing pipes typically run inside the building envelope in colder climates, it usually takes colder outdoor temperatures to freeze. In more moderate regions, the “temperature alert threshold” is 20 degrees Fahrenheit, in contrast to about zero degrees Fahrenheit in the cooler regions. Temperature isn’t the only factor, however. Wind chill – the perceived temperature that results from the combination of temperature and moving air or wind speed – can accelerate freezing water or penetrate deeper into the home than air that is frigid but still. The pipe location...

My Pipes Froze… Now What!?

In our last blog post, “You Think You’re Cold? You Should Try Being A Pipe Under Your House!”, we discussed frozen pipe prevention. Here, we will cover steps to take if you suspect your pipes are actually frozen. How do I know my pipes may be frozen? No water service: A clear sign of a frozen water line is a lack of water at a particular outlet or faucet. Sometimes freezing is localized and you may have only one affected plumbing fixture. However, main pipes can also freeze, leaving your whole home without water. Water hammer: Frozen pipes build up water pressure behind the blockage, and when service resumes, you may hear what is called “water hammer.” This term describes the shock waves created as pent-up water moves through your plumbing, which...

You Think You’re Cold? You Should Try Being A Pipe Under Your House!

You Think You’re Cold? You Should Try Being A Pipe Under Your House! You live in the Midwest more specifically Indiana. You may have noticed… we have HOT summers and COLD winters! We are currently experiencing the coldest temperatures we’ve had in 2 years. It’s no secret, it’s freezing cold out! It’s no fun. But worse yet is freezing cold temperatures that cause pipes to freeze. There are several simple remedies to keep water pipes from freezing when the weather turns severely cold. The idea is to prevent cold air from entering or to warm the area where cold air can’t be stopped from entering. If pipes freeze, check for pinhole leaks or cracks (after they’ve thawed) that can cause serious water damage to the...