W hen it comes to modern plumbing, two types of pipe dominate the conversation: CPVC pipes (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) and PEX pipes (Cross-Linked Polyethylene). These materi ...

When it comes to modern plumbing, two types of pipe dominate the conversation: CPVC pipes (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) and PEX pipes (Cross-Linked Polyethylene). These materials have replaced ...

Frozen water pipes can lead to costly plumbing repairs for Central Indiana homeowners and businesses. Nobody wants to deal with a burst pipe in subzero weather. The best way to handle frozen pipes ...

How cold does it have to be for pipes to freeze? Water in pipes will start to form ice at 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). How do you know if your pipes are frozen? If you turn on a ...

If you turn on a faucet and no water comes out, or only a trickle, it could indicate a frozen pipe. Discolored water: If you do get water, but it's discolored (brown, reddish, or cloudy), it could ...

AND YOU REALLY WANT TO START WITH THOSE PIPES, ESPECIALLY IF YOU LIVE IN A RAISED HOME. YOU WANT TO MAKE SURE YOUR PROPERTY IS PROTECTED. UNDERNEATH, YOU CAN TAKE A FOAMING TUBE WITH SPLITS AND ...

As Michiganders continue to face harsh winter temperatures, homeowners are advised to take proactive steps to prevent freezing pipes, a common and costly issue in the region. Having experienced ...

And broken pipes and damaged homes are the last thing anyone wants to deal with on top of the frigid weather. Cold weather can cause pipes to freeze and then burst, so learning how to protect your ...

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Let cold water drip from a faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe even at a trickle helps prevent pipes from freezing. If you plan to be away during cold weather ...

TO PLAN AHEAD. A LOT OF TIMES, PIPES CAN FREEZE AND YOU DON’T REALLY SEE THE EFFECTS OF THAT UNTIL A FEW DAYS LATER WHEN EVERYTHING THAWS OUT. SO YOU MAY NOT EVEN KNOW RIGHT AWAY THAT THERE’S ...

For weeks now, we've talked at length about cold weather safety and you've probably heard us mention the 4 P's (people, pets, plants, and pipes). Those are four of the main things to remember to ...