The American Red Cross provides several tips for preventing frozen pipes, along with how to thaw them if they do freeze.

Cold winter weather can lead to frozen, burst pipes that create an untold amount of damage in unprepared homes. These smart ...

“Running water through the pipe will help melt ice in the pipe.” Apply Heat To The Frozen Pipe “Apply heat to the section of pipe using an electric heating pad wrapped around the pipe, an electric ...

Whether a winter storm has taken hold or a surprise overnight freeze occurs ... “Running water through the pipe will help melt ice in the pipe.” “Apply heat to the section of pipe using ...

Apply heat until full water pressure is restored. Check all other faucets in your home to see whether you have additional frozen pipes. If one pipe freezes, others may freeze, too. Call a licensed ...

Though not quite as cold as January's cold snap, you will definitely want to take precautions to protect water pipes exposed to exterior walls. Those precautions include keeping your thermostat at ...

Aqua Virginia, which serves approximately 106,000 people in 40 counties throughout Virginia, shared tips with our readers on ...

The low price, easy installation, and high rating make it an option worth considering. If you live in a region where temperatures drop well below freezing, you might find that heat tape is a better ...

And yes, both metal and plastic pipes can freeze. If a pipe has frozen before, it is more at risk to freeze again. Protect pipes: Foam tubing or heat tape available at the hardware store will shield ...