What should I do if my pipes are frozen?
Open the faucet, thaw slowly with warm air from a hair dryer or space heater kept at a safe distance, and never use an open flame. If a pipe has split, shut off the main valve.
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Answered by MyLocalPlumberPro · Plumbing emergencies
Open the faucet, thaw slowly with warm air from a hair dryer or space heater kept at a safe distance, and never use an open flame. If a pipe has split, shut off the main valve.
Key points
- Open the faucet.
- Gentle warm air.
- No open flames.
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