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First you open the a facet to allow any water to flow, or pressure to relive. With a propane type torch heat the pipe until water flows, being careful of the flame not to burn the place down. If you have access to a arc welder, they can also be used, by clamping the stinger and ground to the pipe apart from each other, and turning the welder on. A car battery and jumper cables also will work, hook up as you would the welder, connecting the ground of the battery to the pipe as the last connection. All methods need some sort of care to make sure nothing goes wrong. The battery is the safest, but you only have the charge in the battery to work with.
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Why is there no hot water during a freeze?
During a freeze, water in pipes can freeze and expand, causing the pipes to burst. This can lead to a loss of water pressure and potentially no hot water as the pipes are damaged and unable to deliver it.
Why is the hot water not working during a freeze?
Hot water may not work during a freeze because the pipes carrying the hot water can freeze and become blocked, preventing the flow of water.
Do hot water pipes freeze faster than cold water pipes?
Why is the second paragraph a contradiction of the first? If hot water pipes 'Absolutely' do not freeze faster than cold water pipes then why the comment about the cold water pipes having a larger diameter which causes them to freeze at a slower rate than the smaller hot water pipes? Also, the word then in the last line should be thanand there should be an a between usually and larger. And, piping should be changed to pipe.
Can hot water pipes freeze, and if so, what are the potential consequences and how can they be prevented?
Yes, hot water pipes can freeze if the temperature drops low enough. The potential consequences of frozen hot water pipes include burst pipes, water damage, and loss of hot water supply. To prevent this, you can insulate the pipes, keep the heat on in your home, and allow faucets to drip during extremely cold weather.
Can pipes freeze in a hot tub when not on and temperature tonight will be 11 degrees?
NO, it will not freeze.
Why did this happen We had a freeze last night and this morning i have cold water when I turn on the hot water faucet and hot water when I turn on the cold water faucet?
This unusual situation is likely due to frozen pipes in your plumbing system. When temperatures drop, water in the pipes can freeze, causing the flow to be disrupted. If the hot water line is frozen, it may allow cold water to flow through, while the cold line may be affected in a way that allows hot water to backflow. It's essential to thaw the pipes carefully to prevent any damage.
Why is hot water not coming out of the faucet in cold weather?
In cold weather, hot water may not come out of the faucet because the pipes leading to the faucet can freeze, causing a blockage and preventing the hot water from flowing.
Will Hot water tank freezing?
If the hot water tank is off it is possible. It is also possible for the cold water going to the hot water tank to freeze. Insulate all pipes that are exposed - or let them drip (this is more expensive!)
At what temperature do water pipes freeze?
Water pipes can freeze when the temperature drops below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius).
Will moving water freeze in pipes?
Yes, moving water can freeze in pipes if the temperature drops low enough and the water flow is slow or stops completely.
Why is copper used for hot water pipes?
Copper is used as hot water pipes because the copper will not corrode when the hot water goes through the pipes
Why is it important to protect water pipes so they dont freeze?
It is important to protect water pipes so they don't freeze because when water freezes, it swells. If water is trapped inside the pipes the pressure from it swelling will cause the pipes to burst.
