How to Prevent Common Winter Plumbing Problems

This time of year comes with so much joy – cute trick-or-treaters, family congregated around Thanksgiving tables, and the delight of the holidays. But with the lovely comes the ugly. The cold weather and extreme temperatures can cause a whole medley of plumbing problems. A1 Chesney Service Experts is here with a few preventative measures to help you lower your chance of experiencing these common winter plumbing problems. 

Frozen Pipes 

Pipes freezing a common plumbing problem for Calgary. This typically occurs when high water pressure from the main water pipe combines with freezing temperatures. To help avoid this plumbing problem, leave a faucet a little open to let water continuously flow through. If you do find a frozen pipe, turn off the main water supply to keep the pipe from bursting. Try warming the frozen area of the pipe with hot water and if that doesn’t solve the problem, give A1 Chesney Service Experts a call and we’ll send one of our qualified plumbers out to inspect the trouble. 

Broken Water Line 

An opening or break in your water piping could cause significant damage to your home. Water pipe cracks or breaks are commonly because of a frozen garden hose. If you leave your hose connected to your water spout following a freeze, the ice inside can create a pressure build up in your home’s water piping and result in a leak or a break. To avoid this issue, ensure your garden hoses are drained and disconnected prior to freezing temperatures. 

Failing Hot Water Systems 

If your hot water heater is not working as well as expected, verify that the temperature is set high enough. If you use a gas water heater, make sure the pilot light is still lit. If these aren’t the cause of your hot water issues, call A1 Chesney Service Experts so we can send out a professional plumber to evaluate what’s going on. To avert this issue altogether, ensure you are scheduling yearly hot water heater maintenance and it’s ideal if you service it well before cooler temperatures arrive. Call 587-315-5271 or schedule online to ensure you don’t get left in the cold this winter.