4 Tips To Deal With Winter Plumbing Problems And The Water Damage Repairs You May Need

The winter months can lead to serious problems with the plumbing in your home. In addition to getting the plumbing problems fixed, you may also need to do other repairs to your home that are directly related to the plumbing issues. Here are some tips to deal with the plumbing problems and damage that may need to be repaired:

1. Shutting Off the Source of Water Getting Inside Your Home

First, you will want to shut off the source of the water to ensure the problem does not continue to damage your home. To start, you will want to turn off the main water service to your home and then look for valves that can turn off water to the area where you are having problems. If the issue is with sewer lines, removing the cap to a cleanout may help relieve pressure to be able to complete repairs.

2. Using Pump and Hose Equipment to Get Water Out of Your Home

When you have a problem with a burst pipe, plumbing leak, or backed-up drainage and sewer lines, you will need to get the water out of your home. Use pumps and hoses to get the water out of your home. If you do not have a pump available, you can rent one, or you can use a hose to syphon the water out.

3. Repairing Pipes That Are Causing the Issues with Water Getting in Your Home

Once you have the leaks stopped and the water out of your home, you will want to begin with repairs. Do the repairs that are needed in the area where the plumbing is to get started on other repairs. In addition, you will also want to inspect other areas of your plumbing system for potential problems that could cause future damage to your home.

4. Testing the Plumbing Repairs, Turning Water on, and Completing Water Damage Repairs

You will also want to test your plumbing before you begin with other water damage repairs. Turn the water back on in the areas where pipes were repaired and test them. Once you are sure that there are no more leaks, you will be ready to start with repairs to the water damage that the pipes caused. You may want to consider improvements like more water-resistant materials to protect against future damage when you have another plumbing issue.

5. Preventing Issues with Sprinkler, Pool, and Spa Plumbing Installations Outdoors

The sprinkler system you use to water your lawn or the plumbing for pools and spas can also cause serious winter water damage outside and inside your home. Leaking pool plumbing can cause static water pressure that damages foundations when the problem is near your home. In addition, spas that are installed outdoors and not winterized can freeze and cause damage. Winterize your pool and consider improvements like enclosures and winter heating systems for your spa to prevent winter problems in these areas around the exterior of your home.

These are some tips to deal with winter plumbing problems and the damage that they may cause. Take care of the plumbing issues inside your home and contact a water damage restoration service for help with repairs and the improvements your home needs to prevent future winter plumbing disasters.  

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