The key to thawing frozen pipes is consistent gentle heat. Use a space heater or hairdryer but never an open flame. When in doubt, call a plumber.

Few problems around the house strike fear into the heart of a homeowner like a frozen pipe: The pressure created by freezing water can damage even the strongest pipes. Once ruptured, that frozen pipe ...

Learn how to properly thaw frozen pipes, and how to avoid them in the first place. Baby, it’s cold outside, and that means it’s time to give our pipes a little extra care. While some parts of the ...

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Severe winter weather can cause pipes to freeze and burst, and as a winter storm hits the DMV, there are several ways residents can prevent frozen pipes at their homes.

DALLAS — The cold weather is here and Old Man Winter has reared his ugly head in North Texas, bringing in freezing temperatures and the chance for snow! Whenever winter weather strikes, homeowners let ...

When water freezes, it expands in volume by about 9 percent. And it expands with tremendous force: The pressure inside pipes may go from 40 pounds per square inch to 40,000 pounds per square inch! No ...

When you're stuck scraping ice off your windshield on a cold winter morning, it might feel like the effects of the freezing temperatures can't get any worse. But then you come home from work, and all ...

One of the most sure ways to ruin your morning would be to wake up and find frozen pipes. Not only does it mean you don't have water to make that cup of Joe, but it can also cause serious flooding and ...

Here are some tips on preventing your pipes from freezing, along with information about thawing frozen pipes and managing pipe bursts. Letting your faucet drip overnight can help protect your pipes ...

As a cold wave is expected to bring below freezing temperatures to Louisiana, you may need to take precaution against frozen pipes during extreme cold weather. Water faucets should drip slightly when ...