{"id":481,"date":"2022-03-26T17:45:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-26T17:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/?p=481"},"modified":"2022-04-22T20:48:36","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T20:48:36","slug":"reasons-why-your-albuquerque-water-pipes-burst-and-how-to-prevent-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/?p=481","title":{"rendered":"Reasons Why Your Albuquerque Water Pipes Burst And How To Prevent It"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Reasons Why Your Albuquerque Water Pipes Burst And How To Prevent It by Day & Night Plumbing 505-974-5797<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve all either experienced it or heard about it: the dreaded burst water pipe.  The mess, the damage and the expense are all stressful, and how many times does it happen at the worst possible time? So maybe if we take a closer look at why they burst we might be able to prevent it from happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firstly, it\u2019s pure physics \u2013 but maybe that\u2019s not your strong point!  In a nutshell, the water coming into your house from the outside in winter is considerably colder than what it is during summer.  With the colder water, your pipes contract and – in any weaker parts – can cause a burst pipe because of the pressure buildup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Temperature Causes Pipes to Freeze?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The freezing point of water is 32 degrees Fahrenheit, although the pipes inside your home are protected through your home insulation from exterior freezing temperatures.  This means that on days where the outside temperature is 32 degrees, it\u2019s unlikely \u2013 in fact even impossible \u2013 for your pipes to freeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, it takes an outside temperature drop down to at least 20 degrees Fahrenheit before your home\u2019s pipes will start to freeze.  Of course, your geographical location plays a preventative part because in areas that expect lower temperature, your water pipes would be better insulated in the inner areas of your home compared to other areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Does it Take for Pipes to Freeze and Eventually Burst?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first thing to consider is what the outside temperature is, and how long it\u2019s likely to remain at that temperature \u2013 or maybe even lower. As a rough guide, for your pipes to freeze, it needs to be at least 20 degrees or lower for at least six consecutive hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The effectiveness of your home\u2019s insulation, together with how deep inside your home your water pipes are located, will play an important part in how long it would take your pipes to freeze and burst.  So, if you live in an area devoid of cold winters, the chances are high that you have little insulation to protect your pipes against extreme temperatures.  In a case such as this, it would take far less time for your pipes to freeze and burst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preventative Measures You Can Take to Avoid Your Water Pipes Bursting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because you are not able to heat the ground temperature, preventing the contraction caused by cold water is something that is out of your control.  We recommend that you take note of your plumbing system as temperatures change, checking especially for leaks. While it\u2019s impossible to stop leaks caused by temperature drops, there are steps you can take to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep Water Faucets Running<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always keep one or two faucets running slowly when it\u2019s extremely cold outside. When water flows through the system, it should prevent the line from freezing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Direct Warm Air to Cold Areas of Your Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In general, the pipes that tend to freeze are located near an outside window or wall, so directing warm air to colder areas of your home should help.  Tip:  Start in the basement area and look for pipes close to the exterior of your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leave Cabinet Doors Open<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Usually, your kitchen sink is on an outside wall, so by leaving your cabinet doors open, you will allow warm air into the cabinet. Again, it\u2019s a benefit to leave your kitchen faucet on during extremely cold weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disconnect Your Hose from the Outside Faucet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leaving your outside hose connected means the water is unable to drain out of the hose and can therefore freeze and break.  Disconnecting your hose is your best bet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Install Heat Tape<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A product called heat tape is designed to warm pipes during cold weather so it\u2019s recommended that you use it.  You can consult with a qualified plumber to install this or it\u2019s relatively simple to install with some sound advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seal Leaks That Allow Cold Air into Your Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sealing leaks that allow cold air into your home is a good idea, and especially around where your pipes are located. You can usually find air leaks around places such as dryer vents, pipes and electrical wiring.  Use either caulk or insulation to keep the cold air out because even the smallest leak can let in enough cold air to cause your pipes to freeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check Your Home\u2019s Overall Temperature<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a good idea to keep your home at an even temperature and prevent it from dropping below 32 degrees.  Not only does this contribute to the overall comfort of your homes, but you also reduce the risk of your water lines freezing and bursting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call an Expert Plumber<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locating potential pipe bursts and preventing them is something that an expert licensed plumber is qualified, knowledgeable, and experienced in.  Here at Day & Night Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, we can guide you with hints and tips on how you can prevent your home\u2019s water pipes from bursting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If \u2013 despite all your best efforts \u2013 you find yourself the victim of a burst pipe, or water leaks, our experienced team here at Day & Night Plumbing, Heating and Cooling can certainly help! Our Albuquerque plumbing team are experts when it comes to re-piping services and pipe repairs \u2013 in fact, anything to do with water pipes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll quickly diagnose your problem and create a customized solution specifically for you.  We can explain what\u2019s happening, why we\u2019re doing what we\u2019re doing and assure you that you\u2019re in the best hands. We consult with you before commencing work, but that doesn\u2019t mean you won\u2019t have the input of our advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our aim is complete customer satisfaction which includes being prompt, courteous, and getting the job done right the first time. Call us on 505-974-5797 and find out for yourself why our customers keep coming back to us for all their plumbing needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We\u2019ve all either experienced it or heard about it: the dreaded burst water pipe.  The mess, the damage and the expense are all stressful, and how many times does it happen at the worst possible time? So maybe if we take a closer look at why they burst we might be able to prevent it […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":482,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"wds_primary_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-481","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/481","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=481"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/481\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/482"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=481"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=481"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dayandnightplumb.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=481"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}