Living in Ottawa, the prospect of frozen pipes is an unpleasant reality. Outside temperatures deep below zero can be enough to freeze water pipes not only outside the home but inside as well. This is especially true if you lose electricity for any extended period.
Frozen pipes can lead to larger plumbing problems. The water inside the pipes expands when frozen, causing ruptures and broken pipes. DrainPro uses special heating devices to thaw your pipes quickly without damaging them. It's crucial that pipes be thawed as soon as possible to ensure that they do not rupture.
Often paired with water line repair, 24/7 emergency plumbing, and water line installation. We can quote the whole job in one visit when it makes sense.
What's included
- Controlled thawing of frozen water supply lines with special heating devices
- Post-thaw inspection for splits and leaks caused by ice expansion
- Repair of burst sections after the thaw
- Heating coils installed alongside problem-prone pipe runs
- Pipe rerouting from outdoors to indoors to prevent recurrence
- Foam pipe insulation for exposed pipe runs
When to call us
- No water from one or more taps during a cold snap
- Frost or bulging on visible water lines
- Crawl space, garage, or unheated room with plumbing inside
- Pipes that have frozen before and need a long-term winterization