How to Prevent Common Winter Plumbing Problems

This time of year arrives with so much joy – adorable trick-or-treaters, loved ones congregated around Thanksgiving dinners, and the delight of the holidays. But with the good comes the bad. The cool weather and bitter temperatures can cause a whole mess of plumbing problems. Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here with a few preventative measures to help you decrease your chance of facing these common winter plumbing problems. 

Frozen Pipes 

Frozen pipes are a common plumbing problem for Edmonton. This usually occurs when high water pressure from the main water pipe encounters freezing temperatures. To help avoid this plumbing problem, leave a faucet a little open to allow water to continually flow through. If you do discover a frozen pipe, turn off the main water supply to keep the pipe from rupturing. Try defrosting the frozen area of the pipe with heated water and if that doesn’t work, give Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning a call and we’ll send one of our expert plumbers out to examine the issue. 

Broken Water Line 

A crack or break in your water pipe could cause major damage to your home. Water pipe cracks or breaks are usually caused by a frozen garden hose. If you keep your hose connected to your water spout following a freeze, the ice inside can cause pressure to build up in your home’s water piping and create a leak or a break. To prevent this issue, ensure your garden hoses are drained and disconnected before the freezing temperatures arrive. 

Failing Hot Water Systems 

If your hot water heater is not functioning as well as expected, verify that the temperature is set high enough. If you use a gas water heater, ensure the pilot light is still lit. If everything looks right, call Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning so we can send out an expert plumber to evaluate what’s going on. To avoid this issue altogether, ensure you are having your hot water heater serviced annually and it’s best if you service it well before cooler temperatures arrive. Call 587-404-0790 or schedule online to make sure you don’t get left with cold water this winter.