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A burst pipe can cost thousands, but a simple and inexpensive fix can protect your pipes in freezing temperaturesBurst pipes are a particular concern in attics, basements, crawl spaces, and ...

Preventing frozen pipes is a lot easier and less risky than thawing frozen pipes. When preparing a home for cold weather, make a note of when to worry about pipes freezing so you can take the right ...

Richard Saad with Nick's Plumbing said one way to protect your pipes from bursting in freezing weather is to cover the outside ones. He said you'll first want to turn off the water and drain the ...

EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was originally published in December 2022. We're republishing it on Jan. 13, 2024 to get this information to people amid frigid temperatures in Colorado. When it's subzero ...

Arizona residents may not know how easy it is to defend your home from frozen pipes bursting when the weather dips below freezing, and it does happen. First, when the weather is in the 30’s, ensure ...

Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - Colder weather means colder water and a potential for bursting pipes. Keeping water constantly circulating is important to prevent water freezing inside pipes. “The reason we ...

The key to thawing frozen pipes is consistent gentle heat. Use a space heater or hairdryer but never an open flame. When in doubt, call a plumber.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — A well insulated home with insulated water pipe coverings, especially ones close to outside walls, are your best bet to prevent pipes from freezing in arctic cold snaps. “If ...

Water expands as it freezes, putting pressure on whatever contains it. Pipes that are more likely to freeze are those exposed to cold in uninsulated areas, including crawl spaces and attics, as well ...

Below-freezing temperatures are coming, and when they do, the pipes in our homes can freeze, then burst and damage our homes. Taking precautions now could save you a lot of work and money. Joe Bany, ...