Keep The Pipes In Your Tiffin Home From Freezing This Winter

1/11/2023 (Permalink)

How Can I Keep The Pipes At My Tiffin Home From Freezing This Winter?

Every wise homeowner knows to guard against frozen pipes. Even a tiny crack in a line, whether it's plastic or copper, can create a flood in your Tiffin home. 

Taking simple precautions ahead of freezing weather can save the time lost in repairs and recovery and the associated costs. The damage that comes from flooding can be extensive since large amounts of water can affect furniture, flooring, walls, and essential items like vital records and irreplaceable personal keepsakes. 

What Are Some Pre-emptive Steps I Can Take To Guard My Tiffin Home From Flooding Associated With Burst Pipes? 

• Exposed pipes are more vulnerable to freezing temperatures, so be sure to insulate all exposed pipes properly.
• Inspect your pipes for leaks and carefully seal them to prevent cold air from coming inside. Look for any leaks around dryer vents, pipes, and electrical wiring. 
• Disconnect garden hoses and fasten valves and faucets. If possible, use an indoor valve to drain water from pipes that lead to outdoor faucets. 
• Adjust your thermostat to stay at the same temperature day and night, preventing pipes from freezing. 

If A Pipe Bursts In My Tiffin Home, What Steps Should I Take To Minimize Damage? 

Here are some do's and don'ts for you to follow if you experience flooding in your Tiffin home:

• What To DO After Flooding:

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removing lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn the air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place
• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.
• Don't leave books, magazines, or other colored items on wet carpets or floors.
• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don't use television or other household appliances.
• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet; keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.

Freezing temperatures can cause many problems to the internal structure of your Tiffin home if you are not careful. Checking for frozen pipes should be part of your winter property maintenance so you can pave the way for a happy holiday season. If you need water damage restoration from a frozen pipe this winter, contact us at SERVPRO of Huron & East Seneca Counties immediately. 

In addition to water damage restoration, you can count on us for mold remediation, odor removal, biohazard cleaning, and much more!

This franchise is independently owned and operated.