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3/5/2021 (Permalink)
People from the midwest are a different kind of breed, dealing with some of the most crucial winter weather in the U.S.
Although the tenants of commercial properties might be prepared for the furiously cold weather that is to come, commercial property managers need to ensure that their buildings are ready, too.
5 Winter Safety Tidbits to Prevent Freezing Pipes
- Insulate water pipes.
This might be one of the easiest solutions. By insulating pipes that are exposed, along with attics, basements, and crawl spaces you will have increased protection from freezing.
- Check and re-check shutoff valves.
If a pipe bursts, you will need to stop the water as quickly as you possibly can to prevent further damage. Make sure all of your emergency shutoff valves are in working order.
- Inspect your pipes!
If you do not already, be certain that your pipes do not have any leakage or noticeable fatigue that may need replacing. Even if you have the slightest suspicion, it is much cheaper to be safe rather than sorry.
- Run water at a slow drip to relieve pressure.
If you believe a pipe is in danger of bursting, running the water at a slow drip, even the smallest of trickles, will help prevent the pipe from freezing and then bursting. If it is starting to freeze, the water will flow through the frozen area and melt the ice.
- Plan.
An emergency action plan should be in place in case of flash flooding. Ensure evacuation routes are mapped out, have a backup plan for critical documents, data, and contact information, and call your SERVPRO of Lockport / Lemont / Homer Glen professionals to manage water damage as quickly as possible.
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