If the water is still running and no pipes have burst, you can take the following steps. (Of course, if you suspect a more serious problem, call a plumber.) Turn on the faucet. As you heat the ...

Seal gaps around pipes, wiring and vents to stop cold air leaks. Open cabinet doors to allow heat to reach uninsulated pipes under kitchen and bathroom sinks. Allow water to drip from faucets that ...

Apply heat with a hairdryer, hot towel, or space heater to the frozen section of the pipe until it thaws and water is restored. If you're unable to find the frozen pipe, or if it's not accessible ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

After the valve is closed, take a hairdryer or space heater to the affected pipe and begin manually thawing it, increasing the heat slowly to allow for a gradual thaw. For a cracked or burst pipe ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) With below zero temperatures it’s pretty common to see frozen pipes this time of year. Aside from letting your faucets drip, Brandon Barnette with Blue Dot says there are a ...

But sub-zero temperatures pose a risk for pipes to freeze or worst case, burst. Here's how to manage in these freezing temperatures. Apply heat to the section of the pipe using an electric heating ...

This will help relieve pressure when the pipes thaw. 4. Apply heat gradually Hair dryer: Gently apply heat to the frozen section of pipe using a hair dryer, moving slowly along the pipe.

Rapid temperature change can cause cracked pipes, so don't pour hot water on them if that's what you're thinking. Instead, use gentle heat sources like a hair dryer or heating pad to gradually ...

While you may incur a higher heating bill, you can prevent a much more costly repair job if pipes freeze and burst. If you will be going away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home ...

He said one simple way to keep your pipes flowing is to crank up the heat a little. "It may be costing you a few bucks but it's going to cost you many bucks if something breaks," Mertz told KDKA.

Insulate pipes exposed to the elements or cold drafts. By keeping your water warmer, you reduce the amount of energy needed to heat water during the cold winter months. Place an insulating dome or ...