01/21/2026
❄️ WINTER IS WINTERING - be prepared ❄️
Freezing temperatures can cause frozen and burst pipes - causing major water damage if your home isn’t prepared. Use these expert tips to protect your home 👇
🧊 PREVENT FROZEN PIPES
✔️ Keep your home thermostat above 55° during cold weather
✔️ Drip cold water at the faucet farthest from your main shut-off — moving water helps prevent pipes from freezing
✔️ Know where your main water shut-off valve is located
✔️ Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawl spaces, garages, and other unheated areas
✔️ Open cupboards and vanities to allow warm air to reach plumbing
🔥 HOW TO THAW FROZEN PIPES
✔️ Turn off water immediately at the main shut-off valve
✔️ Open the faucet so water can flow as ice melts
✔️ Gently apply heat with a hair dryer or warm air
🚫 Never use open flames, blow torches, or kerosene heaters
✔️ Slowly turn water back on once thawed and check for leaks or cracks
⚠️ Leaks or pooling water often mean a pipe has burst.
🚨 IF YOUR PIPES BURST
✔️ Shut off the main water valve
✔️ Call/Text us immediately: 610-357-6278
Frozen pipe damage can escalate fast — early action saves time, stress, and money.
📞 Hammond Home Services
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DM or call us if you suspect frozen or burst pipes.
