Frozen & Burst Pipe Repair in Abilene, TX
Blue northers can drop Big Country temperatures fast. Homes built for heat often have pipes in attics, outside walls and exposed spots that freeze when cold weather sticks around.
Request a plumberWhere pipes freeze
Attics, exterior walls, garages, outdoor faucets and pipes under pier-and-beam homes.
Before a freeze
Drip faucets, open cabinet doors on outside walls and cover outdoor faucets.
If pipes freeze
Keep the faucet open and warm the pipe gently with a hair dryer; never use an open flame.
When a pipe bursts
Shut off the main and call a plumber; see emergency plumbing.
Hidden damage
Burst pipes in walls or attics may not show until they thaw.
Outdoor faucets
Frost-free hose bibs and covers help.
Insulation
Pipe insulation and sealing gaps protect vulnerable pipes.
Irrigation
Backflow preventers on sprinkler systems often crack in freezes.
Leaving town in winter
If you'll be away during cold weather, keep the heat on, ask someone to check the house and consider shutting off the main and draining the lines.
Request a plumber
Tell the plumber which pipes froze. Send a request and a licensed plumber will get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I drip my faucets?
- On very cold nights, a slow drip can help prevent freezing.
- Will insurance cover burst pipes?
- Often, but read your policy.
Other plumbing services
Need frozen & burst pipes in Abilene?
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