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Plumbing and Heating: Few
Things to Remember to Prevent
Pipe Bursting
 Fix clogs in the bathtub in a timely manner. It is common to have
blocked sink pipes because of hair and soap. The same factors
may lead to a blocked bathtub. It is a good idea to clean hair
and soap regularly and do not let them accumulate. You should
make use of a strainer to prevent clogs in the first place. Similarly,
you should consider pouring boiling hot water down those pipes at
least once a month to prevent serious issues. Remember, not
removing hair and soap in a timely manner may lead to a
blockage issue too big to be handled by you. If you have already
clogged those sink pipes, call your plumbing and heating
company for assistance.
 Consider leaving a faucet running slowly when the temperature
outside is very low. It may certainly be a waste of water, but
keeping water running through the system may go a long way in
preventing bursting pipes.
 Consider directing warm air to pipes that are more likely to freeze.
Most of these pipes are usually located outside a window or wall.