Here's what you can do if your pipes are frozen, and how to prevent it from happening again if your temperatures will drop below freezing again Wednesday night. The American Red Cross offered ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

While there are many methods to prevent water pipes from freezing initially, there are a few key steps to take once they have already frozen. The biggest concern when dealing with frozen pipes is ...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — When water freezes, it expands, which can put a lot of pressure on your pipes and even cause them to burst. When the temperatures start to drop, bring your outdoor ...

TO PLAN AHEAD. A LOT OF TIMES, PIPES CAN FREEZE AND YOU DON’T REALLY SEE THE EFFECTS OF THAT UNTIL A FEW DAYS LATER WHEN EVERYTHING THAWS OUT. SO YOU MAY NOT EVEN KNOW RIGHT AWAY THAT THERE’S ...

Nothing beats waking up to sub-zero temperatures only to realize your pipes are frozen. Temperatures across Iowa have been stuck below zero and wind chills since Sunday have hit 20 to more than 30 ...

Gurgling or whistling sounds: These sounds can sometimes indicate that water is struggling to flow through the pipes due to a partial blockage, which could be caused by ice. Visible signs of ...

Learn obvious signs to look for—and what you need to do immediately—if you think your pipes are freezing. When the cold temperature drops below freezing, your home’s plumbing becomes vulnerable.

In some cases, the Arctic blast could lead to frozen pipes, which could burst and lead to flooding. And while there are several things you can do to prevent your pipes from freezing, it's a ...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - With these expected cold temperatures coming to our area, it could lead to pipes freezing, but there are some steps you can take to prevent a wet mess and money pit in your home.

Leaving a faucet open during freezing weather can help prevent your pipes from freezing and bursting, which can lead to expensive home damage. But do you know how many faucets to keep running at ...

Understanding why pipes burst starts with looking at water at a molecular level. When water freezes molecules spread apart, causing the water to expand by up to 9%. This expansion can crack pipes ...