Expert Edmonton Frozen Pipe Repair Services

It’s important to know what to do if your pipes freeze so that you can take immediate action against water damage. The first thing you should do is shut off your water supply by turning off your water shutoff valve. Once the water flow has been blocked, turn on all your taps to drain the lines. This will reduce pressure and decrease the likelihood that your pipes will burst while you wait for your plumber to arrive for frozen pipe repair service.

We don’t recommend waiting for your frozen pipes to thaw in Edmonton. If they freeze in the middle of winter, it’s unlikely that you’ll see temperatures above freezing within the next day or so. Even if temperatures do rise slightly, it can take days for your pipes to thaw.

Additionally, the longer a pipe is left frozen, the greater the chances are that it’ll burst. Leaky pipes can result in thousands of dollars in repairs due to structural damage. One of the biggest consequences of water damage is wood rot, which is difficult to stop once it begins to spread.

If the frozen pipe is located anywhere on your Edmonton property, you’re responsible for it. In most cases, your home insurance policy won’t cover it. If your line is located somewhere reasonably accessible, your insurance company will deem it your fault for not taking preventative maintenance steps to prevent freezing and bursting. On the other hand, if the frozen pipe is buried beneath your property, you may have some coverage—but this depends on your plan. Contact your insurance company for more information.

Without going too deep into the science behind the process, frozen pipes occasionally burst due to an increase in pressure. Water molecules expand when they turn from liquid to solid. If there’s not enough space within the pipe to allow for this expansion, pressure will build and a rupture may occur at a point of weakness.

For not just Edmonton frozen pipe repair, but any type of plumbing problem you’re experiencing, we strongly recommend giving us a call as soon as you notice an issue. We can walk you through the necessary steps to shut down the water flow and mitigate damage over the phone while you wait for our expert plumbers to arrive.

The longer you leave a plumbing problem unaddressed, the more likely it is that the problem will worsen and turn into a full-blown plumbing emergency. If you’re resistant to calling out of concern about costs, take advantage of our upfront pricing. We’ll send someone over to take a look and provide you with pricing. The choice as to whether you go ahead with service or wait is entirely yours.

In most cases, pouring hot water down your drain is not a replacement for a professional Edmonton frozen pipe repair service. There are two main types of lines in your plumbing system: supply lines and drain lines. If freezing has occurred in your supply line, adding hot water won’t do a thing.

If the freezing has occurred in a drain line, it’s unlikely that it’s located close to the drain in your sink or shower, as the drains within your home should be well-heated. As the water goes down the drain line, it will cool down. By the time it reaches the frozen blockage, it will have cooled down so much that it won’t effectively thaw the frozen water. You’ll need professional frozen pipe repairs to deal with this blockage.

Whether you’re concerned about your water line or drain lines freezing in your garage, crawl spaces, or other exposed areas, there are several steps you can take to reduce the chances of this occurring:

• Insulate your lines: This is undoubtedly the best way to protect your lines. Today, we use PEX for plumbing repairs and installations due to its natural resistance to temperature fluctuations, but if you live in an older home, you probably have copper pipes. Insulating these will protect them from freezing and bursting.
• Turn up your thermostat: Though there will be an added cost to your utility bill, this cost will be much lower than the cost of repairing any damage that results from a burst frozen pipe.
• Keep your cabinets open: This promotes air circulation and protects pipes located in these cabinets.
• Keep your faucets on: Like turning up your thermostat, keeping your faucets trickling will increase your utility bill. However, it’s a good option for situations where you’re not ready to invest in insulation yet.
• Invest in a space heater: If you don’t have any heating in your garage, plug in a space heater to keep the temperature below freezing.

If you have a frozen pipe, whether burst or not, you need to get it fixed right away to minimize damage and interruptions to your daily routine. Don’t risk paying exorbitant costs that greatly exceed the estimate by going with another company. Take advantage of our upfront pricing and service guarantee when you choose our Edmonton frozen pipe repair service!

To get one of our expert plumbers out to your property as soon as possible, give us a call. Not in a rush? You can also fill out our online job estimate request form and we’ll get in touch with you as soon as we can.