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When the weather begins to cool in the fall and freeze in winter, people begin to think about celebrations, vacations, and ways to get through the chilling winter months. One thing most people don't think aboutis their winter plumbing situation.
Inspecting your home plumbing before the colder months come can prevent a costly problem. By using a plumbing camera, inspections are made easy!
Here are 5 tips to avoid winter plumbing issues:
1. Prevent pipes from freezing.
o Insulate pipes with foam, towels, or blankets.
o Circulate warm air through the basement and attic.
o Use electrical insulation strips.
o Allow taps to drip slowly if prone to freezing.
2. Fix plumbing leaks A.S.A.P.
o Have a plumber inspect your pipes with a plumbing inspection camera.
o Get any leaks fixed before the winter months.
o Check faucets in your bathrooms, kitchens, utility rooms, etc. for drips or puddles.
3. Service your water heater ahead of the cold temperatures.
o If the water in your area is known as 'hard water', sediments can build up in the water heater tank and cause rust to develop. This rust can enter the water and cause damage to your hot water heater.
4. Winterize all outdoor plumbing.
o Disconnect your garden hose and bring it inside. Allow the water to drain out from outdoor faucets.
5. Ensure someone will check on your house if you're not around in winter.
o Have a trusted person check on your house to avoid a burst pipe which leads to flooding.
The best way for a trusted plumber to inspect your sewer line is with aplumbing camera. Sewer inspection cameras allow for easy access to pipes underneath properties.
Hathorn® Inspection Cameras help plumbers inspect home efficiently with municipal grade, North American manufactured, versatile, and rugged equipment.
Contact Hathorn® by calling 905-604-7040 or email: sales@hathorncorp.com. Visit Hathorncorp.com for a full list of products.