When water freezes into ice, it expands. This often causes pipes to burst during cold weather. A burst pipe can waste up to 250 gallons of water per day, running up your water bill and damaging your home.
This video explains what to do if you experience a burst pipe this winter. Turn off your home’s main water supply to cut off the flow of water from the pipe. Contact a plumber to address the cracked pipe, and then call your insurance company to make a claim regarding any damaged property.
Call Beacon Plumbing, Heating & Mechanical at (206) 452-4363 for same-day and emergency service to address frozen pipes, clogged drains, sewer problems, and other plumbing emergencies. We pride ourselves on providing fast, effective, and professional service in Seattle and the surrounding areas. Check us out on the web to view our current special offers or schedule service today.
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Monday, January 27, 2014
Handling Your Home's Water Supply
If you encounter a plumbing emergency, shutting off your home’s main water supply can prevent extensive flooding and water damage to your property. Your main water shutoff valve should be located near your water meter. Once you find your water meter, you will see the main water line bringing water in to supply your home’s plumbing. The main water shutoff valve is located between the incoming water line and your water meter. The shutoff valve may look like a knob or a lever. If your shutoff valve is a knob, turn the knob in a clockwise direction to stop the flow of water. A lever should be moved so that it is perpendicular to the incoming pipe to turn off your water supply. If you can’t find your water meter or your main shutoff valve, or if you have questions about how to turn off the water supply in an emergency, contact your plumber for assistance.
At Beacon Plumbing, Heating & Mechanical, our plumbers provide 24/7 emergency services in the Seattle area. If you’re experiencing a plumbing or heating problem, call us at (206) 452-4363 for fast, reliable repairs. You can find more plumbing tips on our blog!
Monday, January 13, 2014
Preventing Pesky Winter Plumbing Problems
Cold weather is often the culprit when pipes burst open. One of the easiest solutions for preventing burst pipes is to add some extra insulation. Watch this video clip to find out more about keeping your pipes safe throughout the winter season.
Covering the length of pipes found outside or in cold areas of the home, such as the basement or attic, with insulation will help to keep them from freezing and bursting. Depending on the kind of insulation you buy, you may be able to plug it into a nearby outlet and generate additional heat. Faucet protectors are also available for hose bibs found outside the home.
Beacon Plumbing, Heating & Mechanical staffs some of the most experienced specialists in Seattle. We offer service 24 hours a day on every day of the week, ensuring that you can get the help you need when you need it. Call (206) 452-4363 to learn more.
Covering the length of pipes found outside or in cold areas of the home, such as the basement or attic, with insulation will help to keep them from freezing and bursting. Depending on the kind of insulation you buy, you may be able to plug it into a nearby outlet and generate additional heat. Faucet protectors are also available for hose bibs found outside the home.
Beacon Plumbing, Heating & Mechanical staffs some of the most experienced specialists in Seattle. We offer service 24 hours a day on every day of the week, ensuring that you can get the help you need when you need it. Call (206) 452-4363 to learn more.
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