{"id":1193,"date":"2018-01-04T19:24:40","date_gmt":"2018-01-04T19:24:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=1193"},"modified":"2018-01-04T19:24:40","modified_gmt":"2018-01-04T19:24:40","slug":"help-my-pipes-are-frozen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/help-my-pipes-are-frozen\/","title":{"rendered":"Help! My Pipes are Frozen!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div id=\"attachment_1194\" style=\"width: 260px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Frozen-Pipe-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-e1515093663255.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Frozen-Pipe-Repair-Indianapolis-IN-e1515093663255.jpg\" alt=\"Frozen Pipe Repair 317-784-1870\" width=\"250\" height=\"253\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1194\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1194\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Frozen Pipe Repair 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div>The winter has just begun, yet it has already proven to be a harsh one. Below freezing temperatures affect all aspects of everyday living and comfort. One of the most affected areas to endure problems from freezing snow and ice are plumbing pipes. Fortunately, this issue can be avoided with proper preventative maintenance and diligence. <\/p>\n<p>If your pipes are already frozen, continue reading to learn what you can do to prevent frozen pipes, as well as, how to get them unfrozen in a short amount of time.<\/p>\n<h1>Frozen Pipe Prevention<\/h1>\n<p>Frozen pipes are a common issue for residential and commercial buildings this time of year. Although most plumbing pipes in Indiana are insulated to withstand cold climates, they can still freeze up in extreme temperature drops. For this reason, it is important to do what you can to prevent your plumbing pipes from freezing up. <\/p>\n<h3>Here are the best methods for preventing frozen pipes:<\/h3>\n<p>&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Disconnect Outdoor Hoses<\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Install Faucet Insulators on Outdoor Spigots<\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Protect and Insulate Outdoor Kitchens<\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Install Foam Pipe Insulation Around Pipes in Cold Areas<br \/>\n(<em>i.e. crawl spaces, attics, basements, etc.<\/em>)<\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Wrap Exposed Plumbing Pipes With Heat Tape<\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Increase or Upgrade Insulation Around Pipes in Exterior Walls <\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Maintain Indoor Temperatures Above 50 Degrees Fahrenheit<\/font><br \/>\n&#10053; <font color=\"slategray\">Have Exterior Cracks and Gaps Properly Sealed <\/font><\/p>\n<h1>Pipes Already Frozen?<\/h1>\n<p>If plumbing pipes are old, defective, or inadequately insulated, they are vulnerable to freezing due to seasonal freeze and thaw conditions. When this happens, certain signs start to appear. The most common is a burst pipe. When a frozen pipe has contracted and expanded as a result of freeze\/thaw conditions, heavy rushing water can flow through weakened pipes and cause a sudden eruption. If this is your current circumstance, there are a few important steps to take right away.<\/p>\n<h2>If a Frozen Pipe Bursts:<\/h2>\n<p>&#10102; <font color=\"slategray\">Shut Off the Water Supply to the Home<\/font><br \/>\n&#10103; <font color=\"slategray\">Shut Off Electricity in the Surrounding Area<\/font><br \/>\n&#10104; <font color=\"slategray\">Contact a Professional for 24 Hour Emergency Plumbing Repair<\/font><br \/>\n&#10105; <font color=\"slategray\">Clean Up Water to Prevent Mold and Mildew Growth<\/font><\/p>\n<h2>Indianapolis Frozen Pipe Repair<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_1046\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438-300x181.jpg\" alt=\"Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1492791295438.jpg 417w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-1046\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weilhammer Plumbing Company 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div><strong>Call Weilhammer Plumbing Company at 317-784-1870<\/strong> for prompt and professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/frozen-pipes.php\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis frozen pipe repair<\/a> you can afford. Owner and master plumber, Mark Weilhammer, provides residential and commercial plumbing services, including 24 hour emergency plumbing repair. Our team of licensed and insured plumbers deliver safe and effective plumbing repair at an affordable price. Call 317-784-1870 to <strong>request a free estimate<\/strong>, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The winter has just begun, yet it has already proven to be a harsh one. Below freezing temperatures affect all aspects of everyday living and comfort. 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