You walk into your home after a vacation only to discover that your living room is flooded. Upon further investigation you discover that your whole home is actually flooded. You soon realize that the freezing temperatures caused your water pipes to burst. The first thing that you should do is contact Plumb Genius for Plumbing Services.
Freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on your plumbing, especially those water pipes that are exposed to the cold temperatures, such as underground, or in your ceiling. One way to prevent burst water pipes is to proper insulate them. Your plumber will be able to show you how to properly insulate all of your exposed pipes.
While broken water pipes located in your walls or ceilings can be easy to locate, pipes that are underground can be quite difficult to locate. There are a couple of ways that your plumber will be able to locate broken pipes. One way is to inspect your property for signs of unexplained water puddles, or areas of the grass that are greener than the rest. If those efforts fail, your plumber can write down the readings on your water meter, and then turn the water off to your home. After about 15 minutes the plumber will read your meter again. If the numbers have changed it means you have a leak somewhere in your plumbing.
Once the broken pipes are located, your plumber will remove the damaged portion of the pipes and replace it with a new piece. PVC pipe is much easier to replace than copper or cast iron pipes. PVC pipe is used most often for sprinkler systems used in landscaping. In most cases, Plumbing Services in Oklahoma City, OK will be able to simply remove the area that is damaged. However, if your pipes show significant damage, or wear and tear, the entire section may need to be replaced.
In order to keep your plumbing in good working condition it is a good idea to have your water lines and plumbing system inspected at least once a year. With proper maintenance you can avoid more costly repairs that might occur. Call Plumb Genius today!
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