{"id":80,"date":"2019-12-12T20:35:17","date_gmt":"2019-12-12T20:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.robillardplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=80"},"modified":"2019-12-12T20:35:19","modified_gmt":"2019-12-12T20:35:19","slug":"preventing-common-winter-plumbing-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robillardplumbing.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/12\/preventing-common-winter-plumbing-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing Common Winter Plumbing Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The season of snow, short days, and brutally cold temps is upon us.\nWinter tends to be extra stressful on your home\u2019s plumbing, especially when\nthey\u2019re as extreme as what we experience in Minnesota. Want to stay ahead this\nyear? Here are some tips to help prevent common winter plumbing issues in your\nhousehold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Problem: Clogged Drains from\nGrease and Food<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Food and other blockages\naccumulate in pipes more easily during colder weather. With all the extra food\nand clean-up of the holidays, it\u2019s important to take some precautions to keep\nyour pipes running smoothly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You Can Do<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you should be careful year-round,\nbe especially cautious when discarding food scraps in the sink. If you don\u2019t\nhave a garbage disposal, be sure you throw away as many food particles as\npossible and use a drain screen to catch any that may have been missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grease and oil should never get into your pipes. These substances stick to pipes instead of draining properly, where they solidify and can cause big blockages. Instead, let grease or oil cool in a container and then throw it away in the trash. If you experience drain issues, beware that store-bought chemical treatments can damage your pipes. Contact a drain cleaning expert<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Problem: Frozen Pipes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is probably the most\ncommon winter plumbing issue, due to below freezing temperatures and high water\npressure from the main line. A change in water flow can indicate a frozen pipe,\nwhich can burst as it thaws and cause expensive damage.
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What You Can Do<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re trying to save money\nby lowering the thermostat, remember that the lower it\u2019s set, the higher the\nrisk of frozen pipes in your exterior walls. It\u2019s recommended to set it no\nlower than 55 degrees, or even closer to 60 if outside temps are at severe\nlows, especially if you\u2019re leaving home for multiple days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During extreme cold, open cabinets and closets to let the warm air reach hidden pipes. You can also leave your faucet open just enough for a light trickle through the coldest nights. In the case of a burst pipe, locate and shut off the main water valve and contact a plumbing professional<\/a> immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Problem: Water Heater Failure<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Colder weather means colder\nwater is delivered to your water heater, forcing it to work extra hard to keep\nup. Nobody wants to be left with cold water in the winter, so help prevent an\nissue with these tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You Can Do<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insulate the room your water heater is in. You can also insulate the unit itself, but it\u2019s recommended to work with an experienced plumber<\/a> to avoid causing a fire hazard. It may be tough, but try to use less hot water whenever possible \u2013 the system will appreciate the break!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frigid temps and piles of snow\ncome with the territory here in Minnesota. Use these tips to prevent common\nwinter plumbing issues and the stress they cause and help keep your home\ncomfortable and running smoothly all season long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For all of your plumbing needs<\/a>, rely on the master plumbers at Robillard<\/a>. Contact us<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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