Which Pipes in Your Newberry Springs Home Should Be Insulated to Prevent Freezing?

11/25/2024 (Permalink)

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Our local Hesperia/Apple Valley, Barstow/Twentynine Palms, and Victorville teams restore water damage 24 hours a day in Newberry Springs. Frozen pipes can burst and cause significant water damage to your home.

Insulating the most vulnerable pipes in your home is essential to prevent frozen pipes. These pipes are located in unheated or poorly insulated areas, such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, and exterior walls. These areas are more exposed to cold temperatures, making the pipes more likely to freeze during winter.

Insulating both hot and cold water pipes is crucial. Hot water pipes can still freeze; cold water pipes are even more susceptible to freezing in colder climates. Use foam pipe insulation, heat tape, or other insulating materials to wrap the pipes securely.

Pay close attention to outdoor spigots and exposed pipes running through garages or sheds. Disconnect hoses from outdoor faucets and cover them with insulated covers to protect the pipes from freezing.

Insulating these critical areas reduces the risk of frozen pipes and saves you from costly repairs and water damage that can follow a burst pipe.

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When your home or commercial business in Newberry Springs has a water damage emergency, our local Hesperia/Apple Valley, Barstow/Twentynine Palms, and Victorville teams will restore the damage “Like  it never even happened.” Call us today at 760-244-2566.

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