Wooten Plumbing and Brian Wooten have posted a list of helpful suggestions for preparing home and business plumbing systems for the cold winter weather that is common this time of the year. The Tulsa plumber recommends doing some quick DIY preventive maintenance to avoid costly system failure. The information is a follow-up to the basic fall plumbing maintenance checklist provided by the company previously. The fall maintenance schedule consists of seven tasks to prepare the system ahead of the coldest season.
The maintenance tasks include cleaning drains and gutters, inspecting the water heater and water heater pressure relief valve, checking for leaks and drips, insulating exposed pipes, storing garden hoses, shutting off outdoor faucets, and using the water shut off valve if traveling is in the plans. While these actions are important, there are some additional actions to be taken in further protection of the plumbing system.
Burst pipes and the resulting damage is the second most-filed insurance claim in the country. The average cost of such claims is $10k each. Many insurance companies are picky about what will be and won’t be covered in such events. It is far better to take advantage of the action list which is provided by the plumbing team.
Once the basic tasks have been completed, the protection for winter should include some additional winter plumbing actions. Faucets should be opened slightly, particularly in areas of the house which are somewhat colder than others. The action relieves pressure if standing water in the pipes does freeze. Open cabinets under the sinks and ask a professional for advice about the best methods for winterizing pipes in freeze-prone areas. Check that there are no drafts blowing on uninsulated pipes. Bulging pipes may indicate that water has frozen in the pipes and pushed against the pipe in the past. Insulate the garage door to keep the area as warm as possible. Finally, don’t turn off the furnace if the home will be unoccupied during a vacation.
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Address:1030 E Taft Ave
City: Sapulpa
State: OK 74066
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