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When temperatures plummet in Baltimore, the cold weather can pose a serious risk to your home\u2019s plumbing system<\/a>, especially polybutylene pipes.<\/p>\r\n It can be challenging to prevent your pipes from freezing and bursting. Protecting your home from harsh winter conditions takes a proactive approach.<\/p>\r\n United Air Temp is here to equip you with the solutions needed to effectively prevent burst pipes from happening and the knowledge of how to handle them if they do.<\/p>\r\n Water supply pipes are prone to bursting because water can freeze and expand, putting pressure on the pipe joints. Old pipes made of outdated materials are particularly at risk because they\u2019re weakened by corrosion.<\/p>\r\n Here are a few strategies for preparing your pipes for winter nights when temperatures drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit:<\/p>\r\n While those simple solutions offer short-term frozen or burst pipe prevention, you need to implement long-term solutions to protect your home from the Maryland winter climate. We recommend the following tips:<\/p>\r\n When you have frozen pipes, it\u2019s important to act promptly to prevent them from bursting.<\/p>\r\n It\u2019s important never to use an open flame to thaw your pipes. Open flames can cause permanent damage and lead to fire hazards or toxic fumes. If you need to thaw your pipes<\/a>:<\/p>\r\n Despite your best efforts, there are instances where your pipes freeze and burst. This can result from an extreme drop in temperature, weak pipe materials, or other issues. Whatever the cause, being prepared when your pipes burst can help you save time and prevent further damage to your home and plumbing.<\/p>\r\n In the unfortunate event of a burst pipe, remain calm and follow these steps:<\/p>\r\n At United Air Temp, we\u2019re dedicated to keeping you comfortable and warm all winter long with comprehensive plumbing services, including water supply piping repair and replacement and whole-home repiping<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n Turn to our highly trained plumbers for prompt and effective solutions when your pipes burst. With upfront pricing, quality craftsmanship, and a written report of the work performed, you can count on our plumbers to restore your plumbing pipes with complete confidence.<\/p>\r\n Schedule burst pipe repair or replacement in Maryland<\/a> when you call United Air Temp at (410) 413-3549<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When temperatures plummet in Baltimore, the cold weather can pose a serious risk to your home\u2019s plumbing system, especially polybutylene pipes. It can be challenging to prevent your pipes from freezing and bursting. Protecting your home from harsh winter conditions takes a proactive approach. United Air Temp is here to equip you with the solutions needed to effectively prevent burst pipes from happening and the knowledge of how to handle them if they do. What To Do When Temperatures Drop Below Freezing Water supply pipes are prone to bursting because water can freeze and expand, putting pressure on the pipe joints. Old pipes made of outdated materials are particularly at risk because they\u2019re weakened by corrosion. Here are a few strategies for preparing your pipes for winter nights when temperatures drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit: Drip faucets: Moving water is less likely to freeze. Turn on all your sink faucets to allow a steady drip. Open under-sink cabinets: Leaving your cabinet doors open allows air to circulate and warm your pipes. Close garage doors: Shield any exposed plumbing pipes from cold outdoor air by closing your garage doors. Turn off your water if you\u2019re going out of town: Shutting off your main water supply can save you from returning to a plumbing disaster if you leave town for an extended period and there\u2019s a risk of freezing temperatures. Long-Term Solutions To Prevent Frozen Pipes While those simple solutions offer short-term frozen or burst pipe prevention, you need to implement long-term solutions to protect your home from the Maryland winter climate. We recommend the following tips: Keep your heat above 55 degrees Fahrenheit: Maintaining consistent indoor temperatures above 55 degrees ensures your home is warm enough to prevent plumbing freezes. Insulate your pipes: Investing in pipe insulation for areas like crawl<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1055","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-plumbing"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n \n Request Service<\/span>\n Get started by filling out a service request form or by giving us a call.<\/span>\n \n Schedule Now<\/a>\n <\/i>(410) 413-3549<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\r\nWhat To Do When Temperatures Drop Below Freezing<\/h2>\r\n
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How To Thaw Frozen Pipes<\/h2>\r\n
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What To Do if a Pipe Bursts<\/h2>\r\n
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Choose UAT for Pipe Repair or Replacement in Your Maryland Home<\/h2>\r\n