How to Prevent Frozen Pipes in Kelowna
Kelowna winters bring regular freezing temperatures and cold snaps. A little preparation in the fall prevents most frozen pipes.
Request a plumberOutside taps first
Disconnect hoses in the fall. If you have an inside shut-off for the outside tap, close it and open the outside tap to drain it.
Crawl spaces and garages
Pipes in crawl spaces, garages and outside walls freeze first. Insulate them and close crawl space vents during cold snaps.
During a cold snap
Keep the heat on, even when you are away. Open cabinet doors under sinks on outside walls. A slow drip from a tap at risk can help.
If a pipe freezes
Turn off the water to that pipe, open the tap and warm the pipe gently with a hair dryer. Never use an open flame.
If it bursts
Turn off the main water. See emergency plumbing.
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