What do you do when your water pipes freeze? Here are some tips.
If one hadn't properly insulated their home's pipes or dripped faucets prior to below-freezing temperatures, there are key steps to take to avoid a nasty burst.
What to do when pipes freeze? How to keep the water running in Ohio's winter weather
Ohio's bitterly cold weather lately brings the danger of frozen water pipes at home. Here's how to thaw them out and prevent them from freezing.
Don’t let freezing weather crack your pipes: What to do now
According to the University of Illinois Building Research Council, home water pipes typically freeze around 20°F. However, to stay safe, experts recommend dripping your faucets when temperatures drop below 32°F. Continue to drip until the temperature consistently rises above freezing.
How to stop pipes from freezing as Ohio weather gets bitterly cold
With the cold weather comes the risk of pipes freezing. Here's what to know about it, and how to stop it from happening: When water freezes it expands. That expansion has to go somewhere. The expansion can lead to pipes growing and cracking,
Preparing your water pipes for frigid temperatures
With frigid temperatures still in our area, experts want you to know to be ready in case your water pipes freeze or if they burst.
Tips on preventing frozen pipes amid frigid temperatures in Connecticut
Norwich Public Utilities and the American Red Cross have some tips on ways to protect your home from frozen pipes. Water expands as it freezes, which can cause pipes to break. Pipes that are more prone to freezing include ones that are exposed to severe cold and pipes in unheated interiors,
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Frozen pipes plague Central Ohio amid subzero temperatures
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