Frozen Pipes: What Should You Do?

1/4/2017 (Permalink)

Frozen pipes can easily burst, causing a huge problem for any homeowner.

It's that time of the year again: The snow is falling, ice is building up, the temperature is dropping...and water pipes are freezing. Without thawing these pipes, the ice will expand and potentially burst the pipe.

Here are a few quick tips to help in the event of a broken pipe emergency:

Locate Shutoff Vales - Closing the appropriate water valves (including the water main) will help prevent further water from pouring out into areas it does not belong.

Contact Your Agent - Be sure to contact your insurance agent to notify them of your loss. They can also assist you with filing a claim

Call a Plumber - Unfortunately, cleanup procedures cannot being until the source of the issue has been fixed.

Contact SERVPRO of Bangor/Ellsworth - SERVPRO is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Bangor Ellsworth has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

When we answer the phone, we're ready to help! Call Today - (207)947-0400