Cold temperatures are a normal part of the winter months, but they can wreak havoc on our homes, especially our plumbing systems. When the temperatures start to fall below freezing, pipes in homes and businesses can be extra vulnerable. If something does happen, you need to know what steps to take and who to call for a pipe flood cleanup. Those frozen and burst pipes can let go of thousands of gallons of water in just a few minutes, leading to extensive damage and cleanup.
At Dryman Group, we understand just how overwhelming this can be, and we’re here for you to help you work through effective emergency cleanup to reclaim your space.
Why Does a Frozen Pipe Burst?
Frozen pipes are one thing, and while they might not seem like a big deal while you wait for them to thaw, it puts your pipes at a very high risk of bursting, which is what you want to avoid at all costs.
The water inside doesn’t just freeze and then not allow any water through. The unfrozen water will continue to try to force its way through and will find itself unable to move. This causes pressure from trapped water to build up and strain against the pipe. Eventually, that pressure will build up until the water just breaks through the pipes and onto the property.
Emergency Pipe Floor Cleanup: What We Do
So how do we help when this kind of scenario happens? We act quickly and have the skill and equipment to help work through every aspect of cleanup and property recovery. We can help you every step of the way, ensuring your damage is minimized and that you can recover as quickly as possible.
Take a look at these basic steps of the process.
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Damage Assessment
When you experience a burst pipe, the first thing you need to do is shut off the water, then give us a call. Water will keep flowing until you get it shut off. If you have a shut-off valve, that is ideal. If you don’t, it’s best to go ahead and shut off at the main until the issue is resolved.
When you give us a call, you can reach us 24/7. We will activate right away and be there quickly to start assessing the damage and figuring out what to do next for your damages.
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Remove Water and Start Drying
One of the benefits of hiring a flood cleanup crew is we have specialized training, but we also have specialized equipment. Our industrial equipment is very effective, and our training ensures we know how to place it and use it to get you results.
We will use our equipment to extract all excess water from your property and then dry out every affected area, including sheetrock, insulation, flooring, etc.
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Prevent Mold Growth
Once we remove water and get things dry, we sanitize all affected property. This helps sanitize after potential contamination from water, but it also prevents mold growth. We use an antimicrobial process to help eliminate the risk of mold growth from your water damage.
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Restoration and Rebuilding
Once everything is cleaned up and your space is protected against mold, we can start restoring and rebuilding as needed. The goal will be to restore your property and personal belongings to the condition they were in before the water damage occurred.
Preventing Burst Pipes
When freezing weather hits, use these tips to protect your space:
- Insulate any exposed pipes or thoe in vulnerable areas
- Let your faucets drip with a slow trickle of water
- Open up cabinets so the heat can reach the pipes
- Seal drafts throughout the property
- Keep the temperature inside warm and steady
- Use heat tape on the most frigid nights for added protection
These steps just might save your pipes.
When you do find yourself in need of pipe flood cleanup, give Dryman Group a call. We will be there quickly to get you taken care of.