Frozen Pipes in Beckley?

2/1/2022 (Permalink)

We respond to water damage emergencies 24-hours a day in Raleigh County.

SERVPRO^® of Beckley responds to many water damage emergencies in the winter months, and many of these calls are related to water damage caused by frozen pipes. Here are some recommendations from the Institute of Business and Home Safety for preventing frozen pipe damage in your home or commercial business:

• Seal openings and penetrations:Seal all windows, doors, and other openings on exterior walls with caulk or insulation to prevent cold air from penetrating wall cavities
• Seal cracks and penetrations: Seal all wall cracks and penetrations, including domestic and fire protection lines, electrical conduit, and other utility service lines
• Insulate and seal attic penetrations:Insulate and seal attic penetrations such as partition walls, vents, plumbing stacks, and electric and mechanical chases
• Run faucets:Let all faucets drip during extremely cold weather to prevent freezing of the water inside the pipe, and if freezing does occur, to relieve pressure buildup in the pipes between the ice blockage and the faucet
• Insulate pipes
• Insulate recessed light fixtures
• Install an automatic excess flow switch
• Monitor sprinkler systems
• Provide backup power

Call Us Today!

When you have a water damage emergency, SERVPRO^® of Beckley is Here to Help. ® Our technicians have the training and experience to restore your water damage, “Like it never even happened.”  Call us today at 304-253-6633.

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