Frozen Pipes
How to prevent Frozen pipes: with any cold weather spell we encounter in WNY, wind chill is usually the culprit in a frozen pipe. Preventing any windy drafts from entering your attic, crawlspace, or basement is the most cost effective way to prevent a pipe from freezing. Trace your home's water pipes from your basement or crawlspace. Physically inspect the sill plate of your home or walls of your crawlspace. If you see any daylight coming in, these areas should be addressed first, using a foam, filling insulation (expandable/non-expandable), caulk, or plastic coverings. Fiberglass insulation can be used to fill wall cavities and floor cavities you may be experiencing a cold draft in. Eliminating open cavities that allow air to blow through them can usually solve a frozen pipe problem. Due to potential fire hazards and safety concerns, we no longer offer pipe thawing services. However, once water lines have thawed, if you find yourself with leaking pipes, give us a call!