When chilly nights breeze through the East Valley, few Arizonians think about how their plumbing may be affected. Our neighbors in Northern states know to hunker down and prepare for temperature fluctuations and frozen pipes, but while we’re less likely to see temperatures low enough to cause major issues, we can still be caught off guard.
Keep your home cozy and prevent winter plumbing issues with these quick tips.
Insulate Pipes
Before temperatures start to drop, make sure your pipes are insulated, especially in unheated rooms like garages. When the temps dip below water’s freezing point at 32 degrees. Any water lingering inside the pipes freezes. Frozen pipes may cause low or no water flow. Water expands as it freezes, which can cause cracks that will leak when the pipes thaw.
Insulating pipes not only prevents frozen or burst pipes in the winter. It can also help conserve warmth, helping your water heater will expend less energy.
Cover Exterior Hose Bibs
When you’re done gardening for the year, remember to drain and remove garden hoses, turn off the water supply, and secure an insulated cover over each hose bibb. Exposed hose bibs can allow the cold to reach the pipe leading to it, which can cause a leak inside your home.
Maintain Your Water Heater
Your water heater works harder in the winter, making it more susceptible to issues. Along with insulating the tank and pipes leading to it, you can protect your water heater by performing maintenance tasks before the weather gets cold. Now’s a good time to flush your water heater and schedule professional maintenance. That way, you can ensure your water heater will work efficiently and reliably all winter.
Schedule Winter Plumbing Maintenance with Able
Able Plumbing Solutions, LLC is Gilbert’s trusted plumbing expert for year-round comfort and reliability. With over 25 years in the business, you can depend on us for lasting solutions and unmatched professionalism. We’re fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and have earned dozens of five-star reviews from homeowners like you.
Contact us today to schedule water heater maintenance or plumbing services in Gilbert and throughout the East Valley.
