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Frozen Pipe Service in Toronto

Frozen Pipe Service in Toronto

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Frozen pipes can lead to burst plumbing, water damage, and costly repairs if not handled quickly. When the temperatures drop and your pipes freeze, it’s essential to act fast. Our expert team is available 24/7 to provide emergency frozen pipe services in Toronto, ensuring your home stays safe and your plumbing is restored before further damage occurs. Don’t let frozen pipes disrupt your life—trust the professionals to get things flowing again.

Why Do Your Pipes Freeze in Toronto?

As you’re well aware, the winters in Toronto can get brutally cold. Sometimes the water in your pipes will dip below freezing and when it does, it will not only clog your pipes with ice, it begins to expand. Expanding ice in pipes puts your pipes at a major risk of leaking or even bursting.

By the time your pipes thaw, you could potentially have a serious leak and flooding situation on your hands complete with water damage and the need for some emergency repairs before things get worse.

Frozen Water Pipe Prevention

• Make sure you drain all outside pipes and faucets. Remove any hoses and turn off the shut-off valve inside and let the water bleed out of the faucet until it’s drained.
• Look around your home for any vulnerable pipes in uninsulated areas like basements, attics, and crawlspaces. Any pipe that is exposed should be insulated as soon as possible.  If your garage has a water supply, keep it as free from exposure to the cold as possible.
• You should make sure any exposed pipe is insulated against the cold. This can be as simple as wrapping a towel around the pipes yourself, but the most efficient and safe option is to call a plumber who can use professional materials specifically designed for this task to get it done.
• If you find it getting especially cold, consider opening cupboards and cabinets in your kitchen and bathroom to expose the pipes to the warmer air of your home.
• If you plan to leave town in the winter, don’t shut off your furnace completely. This way you won’t come home to frozen pipes.
• In an absolute deep freeze when nothing else seems to be working, try running your pipes at a very slow trickle. Running water is less likely to freeze and may prevent damage until the temperature warms up slightly.

What If Your Pipes Still Freeze?

If preventative measures fail and your pipes have frozen over, you want to immediately shut off the main water valve and call a professional plumber.

Signs of Frozen Pipes:

Before your drain is completely clogged, you may see some early signs that a pipe has frozen. This can help tackle the problem before expensive repairs are needed. Here are a few telltale signs:

Slow or No Water Flow

If you turn on the tap and only a trickle of water comes out (or none at all), it could indicate a frozen section in your plumbing system. Check several faucets—if only one is affected, the problem could be isolated to that specific pipe.

Strange Sewage Smells from the Drain

Ice buildup in a drain pipe can cause wastewater to get trapped, leading to unpleasant odors rising back into your home. A sewage-like or musty smell could mean that water isn’t moving properly due to a frozen drain.

Frost on Exposed Pipes

If you have visible plumbing (such as beneath a sink or in the basement), check for a thin layer of frost forming on the surface of the pipes. This is a clear indication that the water inside is freezing and could soon cause the pipe to burst.

Gurgling or Strange Noises

If your pipes make bubbling, banging, or whistling sounds when you turn on the faucet, it could be due to trapped air or expanding ice within the drain.

Visible Ice Blockage in the Drain

If you have exposed pipework, you may actually see ice buildup at the drain opening. This is more common in exposed areas like basements and crawl spaces.

Frozen Pipe Repair

• The first step in repairing a frozen pipe is identifying where the problem is in the line.
• Once the problem is identified we can then isolate that section to begin work.
• If necessary we can devise a temporary solution to get you back to enjoying day to day activities while we work on thawing the pipes.
• Thawing pipes can take some time as too much heat too fast could cause more damage. This process must be handled carefully.
• Finally, once the pipes are thawed, we’ll be able to inspect for any damage or leaks and make repairs as needed.

What Can You Expect When You Choose Us to Fix Frozen Pipes:

Our team of qualified and licensed plumbers will get your leaks detected and repaired quickly and professionally. You can expect every aspect of our work to be done right including;

• We have trucks outfitted with advanced, pipe-thawing technology to unfreeze your pipes quickly and safely
• Emergency response ability to get to your home immediately
• Over 20 years of experience to help you plan your work effectively
• Honest and fair pricing up front
• A team of fully bonded and insured professionals
• Trade license verified and fully up to date certification
• A clean house after our work is finished

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