Mice can contaminate stored food and chew through packaging,' says Chris. 'They can also chew through electrical wires or plastic water pipes, causing leaks and, in the worst cases, a fire. 'As these ...

When freezing temperatures hit homes, one threat rises above nearly all others: the dreaded frozen pipes, which lead to cracked and burst pipes, followed by flooding leaks. This not only causes ...

A homeowner in Spencer, Massachusetts tried to thaw out his home's pipes this week by using a torch to warm them, starting a small fire. “Please if you have frozen pipes do NOT use torches ...

Here's what you can do if your pipes are frozen, and how to prevent it from happening again if your temperatures will drop below freezing again Wednesday night. The American Red Cross offered ...

Frozen water pipes can lead to costly plumbing repairs for Central Indiana homeowners and businesses. Nobody wants to deal with a burst pipe in subzero weather. The best way to handle frozen pipes ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

While there are many methods to prevent water pipes from freezing initially, there are a few key steps to take once they have already frozen. The biggest concern when dealing with frozen pipes is ...

(WIBW) With below zero temperatures it’s pretty common to see frozen pipes this time of year ... cold air to get in and try to get a way to seal that up to get by during through the arctic ...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — When water freezes, it expands, which can put a lot of pressure on your pipes and even cause them to burst. When the temperatures start to drop, bring your outdoor ...

TO PLAN AHEAD. A LOT OF TIMES, PIPES CAN FREEZE AND YOU DON’T REALLY SEE THE EFFECTS OF THAT UNTIL A FEW DAYS LATER WHEN EVERYTHING THAWS OUT. SO YOU MAY NOT EVEN KNOW RIGHT AWAY THAT THERE’S ...

As Michiganders continue to face harsh winter temperatures, homeowners are advised to take proactive steps to prevent freezing pipes, a common and costly issue in the region. Having experienced ...

Nothing beats waking up to sub-zero temperatures only to realize your pipes are frozen. Temperatures across Iowa have been stuck below zero and wind chills since Sunday have hit 20 to more than 30 ...