Frozen Pipes in Pierce?

2/1/2022 (Permalink)

We restore water damage 24-hours a day in Pierce County.

When Pierce residents and businesses have a water damage emergency, SERVPRO^® of Norfolk is Here to Help. ® According to the Institute of Business and Home Safety, frozen pipes are a leading source of property damage during severe winter weather. Here are their recommendations for reducing your risk of damage: 

• 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!

Pierce residents and commercial businesses can count on SERVPRO^® of Norfolk to restore their water damage, “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 402-370-2460.

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