{"id":18784,"date":"2023-03-28T13:09:37","date_gmt":"2023-03-28T13:09:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/poughkeepsie-ny-puroclean-poughkeepsie\/?post_type=blog&p=18784"},"modified":"2023-03-28T13:09:37","modified_gmt":"2023-03-28T13:09:37","slug":"what-to-do-if-your-pipes-freeze","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/poughkeepsie-ny-puroclean-poughkeepsie\/blog\/what-to-do-if-your-pipes-freeze\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do if your pipes freeze."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Poughkeepsie NY, like all towns in the northeast experience freezing temperatures in the winter. When the power goes out, even for a brief period, there is risk that a pipe has frozen in a wall. If you come home to a “frozen” house follow these tips to make sure a minor inconvenience doesn’t turn in to a major disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n

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If your pipes have frozen, it’s important to act quickly to prevent them from bursting and causing water damage. Here are some steps you can take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turn off the water supply: Locate the main water shut-off valve and turn it off. This will prevent any additional water from entering the pipes and causing more pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open the faucets: Open the faucet that is closest to the frozen pipe. This will allow any water that is trapped in the pipe to escape as it thaws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply heat to the frozen section: You can use a space heater, a hair dryer, or a heat lamp to apply heat to the frozen section of the pipe. Be sure to keep the heat source a safe distance away from any flammable materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use hot towels: Soak towels in hot water and wrap them around the frozen pipe. This will help to gradually thaw the pipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call a plumber: If you are unable to thaw the pipe yourself, or if the pipe has burst, it’s time to call a plumber. A professional plumber will be able to assess the damage<\/a> and recommend the best course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, prevention is the best strategy. To avoid frozen pipes, insulate them properly, keep your home heated, and let water drip from faucets during extremely cold weather.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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