The deep freeze brings the pipe bursts and the no-water emergencies. The right moves limit the damage in the cold.
The shutoff
Know where the main shutoff is before the emergency. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Des Plaines, the know is the prep.
The frozen
A frozen pipe with the no flow needs the gentle thaw. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Des Plaines, the gentle is the method.
The burst
A burst pipe needs the main shutoff and the drain. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Des Plaines, the shutoff is the first.
The power
Turn off the power near the water for the safety. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Des Plaines, the power is the safety.
The call
Call the emergency pro for the burst repair. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Des Plaines, the call is the step.
The record
Photograph the damage for the insurance. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Des Plaines, the photo is the record.
The call2
Freeze emergency? Call 888-217-3585 and Des Plaines Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Des Plaines pro 24-7.
Plumbing in Des Plaines: what to know
In Des Plaines, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Lake County — from Mount Prospect, Park Ridge and Niles to ZIP codes like 60016, 60056, 60068 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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