Nassau/North Jax Homeowners: Keep on Eye on Temps to Prevent Pipes From Freezing

12/8/2017 (Permalink)

All it takes is a few hours of freezing temperatures for your pipes to freeze.

Okay, so it’s probably not likely, but it never hurts to be prepared. With temperatures expected to drop to at or near freezing over the coming week, frozen pipes could be an issue in North Florida.

WINTER STORM WATCH: Tonight through Wednesday afternoon. Icing/freezing rain may lead to dangerous road conditions by early Wednesday. 

Especially with everyone catching up from the holidays, winter weather can catch us off guard. All it takes is a few hours of freezing temperatures for your pipes to freeze.

Here are some helpful hints to help you avoid problems:

• Keep one or two faucets dripping
• Direct warm air to any colder areas of your home
• Leave cabinet doors open to allow warm air in--especially if your kitchen sink is on an outside wall
• Disconnect your hose from the outside faucet
• Seal leaks that allow cold air into your home where pipes are located

Water damage caused by frozen pipes can be one of the most damaging problems a homeowner can face. Most homeowners insurance will cover damage resulting from a frozen pipe provided you can prove that you took measures to prevent the pipe from freezing.

The good news is that SERVPRO of Fernandina Beach/Yulee will be here to help 24/7 if you run into frozen pipes and resulting water damage problems. Call us at 904-729-2401.