Avoiding Frozen Pipe Water Damage
February in Colorado brings perfect powder, amazing animals, and a winter wonderland in nature. However, the inside of your home could face some serious risks due to frozen water pipes, broken water lines and water damage . Homes left unoccupied without regulated heating face even more risk. Frozen pipes are a problem for a couple of reasons: · Any lack of running water is inconvenient for the homeowner but it can also wreak havoc on your appliances that require a flow, such as ice makers. · Once the actual water in the pipe freezes, a pressure is created between the closed faucet and the blockage that can build up to a point that causes the pipe to explode. · If the pipe bursts outside, this could also create dangerous slippery conditions while the temperatures are below freezing. When the water starts to thaw out, your home could be facing massive damages. Some Signs Of Frozen Pipes The most obvious sign is a lack of running water. If