Making your plumbing system ready for winter is an important undertaking. This is often achieved by winterizing your system’s pipes to prevent freezing, breaks and leaks. The following are surefire ways to winterize your plumbing.
Insulate Pipes
Insulating pipes is the number one way to winterize your plumbing for the cold months. Use insulation materials like wool and foam to cover pipes in the attic, garage, crawl space and other exposed areas. Make sure you cover the pipes without leaving any openings to keep off cold air.
Heat Pipes
Besides insulation, heating your plumbing is another effective way to winterize it. Installing a heating source near the plumbing can keep the water flowing. You can also cover your pipes using heat cables to protect them against cold.
Seal Exterior Openings
Holes, cracks and other openings near the exterior taps of your building can let in cold air that can affect your plumbing. You can get around the issue by looking for holes and cracks and sealing them. Blocking these openings with caulk or spray foam will protect your plumbing from cold.
Keep Faucets Dripping
It is recommended to keep your faucets dripping during extreme cold snaps. Allowing water to flow continuously through your plumbing will prevent freezing in the pipes. Consequently, your plumbing will neither break nor burst.
Keep Sink Cabinets Open
Cold air trapped in your sink cabinets can make your pipes freeze. Opening sink cabinet doors is an intelligent way to expose your plumbing to more heat. Heated air from other parts of the house will circulate in the space and offer warmth. The warmth can prevent your pipes from freezing.
Contact Experts Today
Gideon Plumbing in Duncan, BC is a well-known company offering high-quality plumbing services. We serve Victoria and the surrounding area. We have over 20 years of experience in the field and pride ourselves on satisfying customers. Our plumbers are trained and licensed to deal with all plumbing issues. Contact us as soon as possible for more information about our services!
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