Frozen Pipes in Hot Springs Village, AR

2/1/2022 (Permalink)

It shouldn't rain from the ceiling.

One thing is for sure about life in Arkansas - the weather is never what anyone would describe as "normal".  This is especially true for our winters.  A beautiful 70-degree day in January?  Check that extended forecast because an ice storm could be on its way.  Mild days often lead to frigid nights, which could lead to frozen pipes.

Yes, if the temperature drops low enough, your pipes could absolutely freeze during one cold night.  Generally, pipes are susceptible to freezing once the outdoor temperatures reach or drop below 20 degrees.  When a pipe freezes, the internal pressure increases.  This is why frozen pipes sometimes burst.

Keep an eye on the forecast and do what you can to prevent your pipes from freezing.  This is especially true if you have pipes in unheated areas of your home, like an attic or garage.

• Cover exposed pipes. 
• Allow your faucets to slowly drip for the duration of the below-freezing temperatures. 
• Open your cabinet doors.  This allows the heat from your home to warm up areas it wouldn't normally reach.  This is good for pipes near the exterior walls of your home.
• Leave your heat running if you're leaving home.

Sometimes things happen anyway.  We hope it doesn't happen to you.  But if it does, put our number in your phone:

SERVPRO of Saline County and SERVPRO of Hot Springs - 501-776-2222.

We're available 24/7 for water emergencies.  We can make it "Like it never even happened."

We're always here to help.