There are so many ways your plumbing system can take a hit, and unlike other areas of your home, the damage done to your plumbing during winter can have lasting, and devastating consequences.
The five most common winter plumbing issues include:
Clogged Gutters
Not many consider their gutters to be a part of their plumbing system, but they can cause huge problems. Your gutters are the plumbing system for your roof, and allow your home to drain away water that would otherwise collect and put pressure on your roof.
That is why it is important that you clear out your gutters of any fall foliage before winter sets in, and during winter clear off excess snow from your roof so that the weight and water don’t cause serious damage to your home.
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Icicles
Icicles are a sign of a damaged exterior plumbing system, and that issue must be addressed immediately. It happens when there are either plumbing issues, or when there is moisture collecting.
In spring, water is likely to flow back to these moisture patches and leak into your attic or along the sidewalls. Furthermore, icicles can injure people underneath if they break off.
Frozen Irrigation System
Water that has not been flushed out before freezing temperatures set in could cause your pipes to freeze later on during winter. You will want to close the valve to vertical so that you don’t have to deal with water damage from cracked pipes, which will start to leak once the temperature thaws out.
Broken Sump Pump
Inside there are a few steps that you will want to take for the sake of your home as well. If there is a leak, your water table could rise.
If your sump pump isn’t working properly then it won’t be able to remove the excess water during this season, which can overflow your system and cause cracks and breaks and can even result in your home flooding. Proper maintenance, and of course having a plumber come in to inspect or repair your sump pump, is a must.
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Overworked Water Heater
You will also want to have your water heater inspected and maintained. If it is overworked, then it too could cause your pipes to burst and result in a leak. Even a small, but consistent drip can cause terrible damage if left unchecked.
Maintenance and Repair: Everything You Need to Know
Always clean out your gutters, shut off unnecessary water, and bring in a plumber to inspect and provide maintenance services to your plumbing system before that first cold snap. Winters vary drastically between mild and extreme, but in general the season is very hard on your plumbing, so get it prepped, checked and ready beforehand.
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