Weymouth, MA Frozen and Burst Pipe Repair
No homeowner wants to deal with plumbing problems, especially in the middle of a South Shore winter. Dropping temperatures can freeze your pipes, weakening your plumbing or causing the pipes to burst. When you need expert frozen and burst pipe repair in South Shore, MA, call Wildcat Plumbing to schedule a visit.
When to Schedule Frozen Pipe Repair in South Shore
Winter doesn’t always show up when expected, leaving homeowners with frozen pipes when they didn’t have time to prepare. Not all frozen pipes burst, but this exception still leaves you with unusable plumbing. Fortunately, our team of expert plumbers at Wildcat Plumbing can help get your pipes up and running, providing you with much-need running water and preventing potential pipe damage.
When you have frozen pipes or frozen water lines, you might notice one or more of these symptoms:
- Loss of running water from a faucet, or all of them
- Gurgling noises coming from the pipes
- Malfunctioning or backed-up drains
- Ice or frost on visible pipes
Call us at 833-620-3192 as soon as you notice any of these issues to prevent more serious problems.
How to Know if You Need Burst Pipe Repair in South Shore
Burst pipes might occur due to freezing, but problems can also happen due to corrosion, construction accidents, or extreme clogging situations. Some pipes can also burst after a sudden surge in water pressure.
Besides making it impossible to safely use your plumbing, burst or broken pipes can cause water damage around the area of the pipe. These dangers can cause other serious problems like mold or dry rot, threatening your home’s structural integrity and the health of everyone in the house.
You can recognize a burst pipe by these signs:
- Water pressure fluctuations
- A sudden spike in water bills
- Foul odors coming from your water
Prevent Freezing & Bursts in South Shore
Frozen and burst pipe repair can sometimes run into thousands of dollars, making prevention key to a healthy, budget-friendly plumbing system. We help homeowners explore the many ways to keep their pipes safe, including:
- Running Water: As winter approaches, keep an eye on predicted temperatures. When you notice a cold snap moving through, turn indoor and outdoor faucets on to a slight trickle. The moving water prevents freezing, and you can turn them off in the morning once temperatures heat up.
- Disconnect Water Hoses: Garden hoses can retain water inside them, making them potential sources of freezing water. When temperatures drop, disconnect your water hoses and drain them before storing them in your garage or garden shed. You can also purchase styrofoam spigot covers from your closest hardware store to place over the top of the faucets, further protecting them from the cold.
- Open Plumbing Cabinets: The cabinets beneath your kitchen and bathroom sinks often cover interior pipes, but these pipes can also become targets for freezing weather. Open up these cabinets overnight to allow the home’s heat to reach them. The warmer temperatures will also travel down into your crawl space or basement, helping that area stay warm and protect your pipes from freezing.
- Proper Interior Temperature: A cold interior can severely impact the likelihood of frozen or burst pipes. If you plan on leaving your home for extended periods during the winter, keep the temperature at 55 degrees Fahrenheit minimum to ward your pipes against freezing or bursting.
- Professional Plumbing Insulation: An easy way to protect your pipes is by using professional plumbing insulation. Our professionals at Wildcat Plumbing can come to your home and winterproof your pipes using specially-made insulation. From your attic to your crawl space, our team knows where to find the most vulnerable pipes and ensure their survival regardless of how low the temperature drops.
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