Water Damage From Frozen Pipes
Could you be dealing with water damage here in the Kansas City Metro area from frozen pipes? When water freezes, it expands, causing a huge amount of pressure to build up in all of the pipes in our homes. If a pipe bursts, the water damage needs to be dealt with quickly and the areas affected dried out. If not, over time mold can accumulate around the affected area, causing health concerns for you and your family.
Water Damage From Frozen Pipes
Preventative Steps to Keep Pipes from Freezing
1. Heat your basement. If your basement is unheated, those exposed pipes could freeze over. Set your furnace to no lower than 55 degrees.
2. Wrap pipes. Use foam insulation or heat tape that can be controlled with a thermos.
3. Fill cracks in the basement walls with sealants.
4. Disconnect and drain your outdoor hoses.
5. Seal air leaks on and around pipes.
Contacting AAS Restoration for Frozen Pipes
It’s crucial to prepare now, and then maintain your home throughout winter. It is never too late to weatherize your pipes to prevent them from becoming frozen during our harsh Kansas City winter months. Weatherizing pipes will assist in preparing your home against water damage now or mold in the future. Call AAS Restoration with your questions or browse our website for additional tips. If the worse happens and you discover water running where it does not belong because your pipes are frozen, call 816-861-1550 for profession help in restoring the affected areas and protecting your home from further damage.
