(Vocus/PRWEB ) January 13, 2010 — Buildings are not immune from Minnesota’s frigid temperatures. Troy Norberg, General Manager for Tru-Serve, a Twin Cities facilities maintenance services company, says calls to fix frozen pipes go up when the thermometer mercury falls.
Frozen pipes can break, causing major damage and expense. If water from a faucet isn’t working, first check all faucets to isolate where the frozen pipe may be. If none of the faucets work, the problem may be with your meter rather than a frozen pipe. The frozen section of a pipe may be frosted or have ice on it; a bulging pipe is close to breaking and should be taken care of immediately.
Treating Frozen Pipes
According to Norberg there are some basic steps to take to treat frozen pipes including:
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Preventing Frozen Pipes
Norberg recommends prevention before the cold weather hits but doing what you can now, will help. Here are key tips to prevent frozen pipes:
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If frozen pipes can’t be accessed, it’s time to bring in a professional. And, if you continue to have frozen pipes, you may need to take additional measures to insure that pipes are kept warm.
