Tips For Avoiding Broken Pipes
By: Michael C. Fehn
Updated: January 22, 2013
Tuesday's forecast of 23 degrees is the lowest high temp for the Tri-State since last February. And when it gets this cold, pipes can become a big problem in a hurry.
If you do find yourself with a broken pipe, make sure you shut the main valve off right away and call a plumber.
Experts say a good preventative measure is to turn your heat up. Plumbers say the extra expense of turning up the heat this week will ultimately be cheaper than what you will have to pay for pipe repairs.
If you're going out of town, think about shutting your water off.
If you do find yourself with a broken pipe, make sure you shut the main valve off right away and call a plumber.
Experts say a good preventative measure is to turn your heat up. Plumbers say the extra expense of turning up the heat this week will ultimately be cheaper than what you will have to pay for pipe repairs.
If you're going out of town, think about shutting your water off.
