Southern Trust Home Services Warns About the Damage of Frozen Pipes

"A common problem we see during the holidays is the aftermath of improper winterization and prevention," said Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services. "Taking the necessary steps to prevent your pipes from freezing could save homeowners a lot of money."

Southern Trust Home Services offers these tips for homeowners to prevent pipes from bursting:

• Open cabinet doors – Keep cabinet doors in both your kitchen and bathroom open to allow warm air to circulate.
• Insulate pipes – Invest in a pipe sleeve or heating tape to provide insulation.
• Frequently run water – Allow the faucets to drip lukewarm water in order to minimize freezing.
• Cover outdoor faucets – Outdoor water faucets are extremely susceptible to freezing. It is best to always unhook water hoses for the winter. Consider covering the faucets with insulated sleeves that can be found at hardware and home improvement stores.
• Turn up the thermostat – If your home is built over a crawl space, turning up your thermostat will increase the air temperature in the crawlspace by projecting heat energy through the floor into the space.

If a pipe does end up freezing, it is important to locate the water valve and cut it off. Though using a blow dryer or additional types of heating methods to thaw out a frozen pipe might help, there is still a potential danger that a professional plumber can adequately address.

Southern Trust Home Services proven system for preparing homes for brutal winters has helped countless Roanoke residents save on repairs and utility bills. To find out more about frozen pipe bursts, visit http://www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.

About Southern Trust Home Services
Founded in 1995 as Southern State Electric, Southern Trust Home Services provides residential plumbing, electrical and HVAC services, including 24/7 emergency repairs, to homeowners in more than 60 cities throughout southern Virginia. Southern Trust Home Services staffs dedicated, certified, licensed and insured, drug and criminal background checked technicians who provide timely, same-day services for a variety of home repairs, installations and maintenance. A Better Business Bureau accredited company since 2006, Southern Trust Home Services has financing available including 0 percent for 18 months, and Lifetime Repair Guarantee on stated repairs. To find out more, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.  

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