Winter is on its way and the recent temperature drop means now really is the time to make sure your home plumbing is ready for the freeze.
Plumbing is really susceptible to freezing in the winter months and if the forecasters are to be believed, it’s going to be a cold winter, plus the recent increases in heating bills means taking some steps can assure you efficiently stay warm in these cold months.
Overton Radio caught up with the owner of the village’s local plumber ‘Stickland Plumbing and Heating’, Luke Stickland to get some advice ahead of those cold days.
We are proud to support Luke and Stickland Plumbing and Heating as a marketing partner of Overton Radio. Luke’s plumbing and heating tips can be heard on Overton Radio over the winter.
As well as inside, external pipes which are very vulnerable to the elements, so it’s important to protect your pipework from freezing and bursting to prevent any damage to your property.
If left unprotected, your pipework is vulnerable to a number of winter plumbing problems:
Burst pipes – pipes are susceptible to freezing, which causes pipes to expand and then burst. This causes water damage and affects your water supply too.
Risk of leaks – even small amounts of water in your pipes can freeze easily, this can cause hairline cracks or loosen valves, which then leads to leaks.
Risk of boiler issues – the increased demand for heating in winter puts added pressure on your boiler and they can break down leaving you without any heating
Luke’s Top Tips for Protecting Your Plumbing
Although Stickland Plumbing and Heating can be on 24/7 call out, they’d much rather you avoided having to call them in the first place!
Protecting your plumbing and preventing these issues is easier than you think. Following these 4 simple steps will help prevent plumbing issues or prevent damage in the event of a burst pipe
1. Insulate pipes – adding insulation, also known as lagging, to your pipes will help to give them protection from freezing temperatures.
2. Repair leaks – any leaks you have already will only get worse if they freeze and expand, fixing these leaks before the temperatures drop will help to protect your plumbing.
3. Service your boiler – it really is recommended that you get your boiler serviced every year. This will help ensure it’s running as it should be, and means you have reliable heating throughout winter. Please note: If you live in rented accommodation, it’s a legal requirement for your landlord to service your boiler every year.
4. Know your stopcock – it’s really important that you know where your stopcock is. You should have a main stopcock to stop the water supply to your home, this is normally located under the kitchen sink or in a utility room, however these wily little fellas can be found anywhere in your home!
Stickland Plumbing and Heating have been operating in and around Overton for 6 years and they are always available to help with any winter plumbing issues you may have.
As well as any of the problems we mentioned above, they are also able to assist with a wide array of other plumbing and heating issues that you may have From a dripping tap to a burst pipe, Overton’s local plumber is on hand 24/7 across the Overton, Whitchurch and Deane area to keep your plumbing in tip top condition
CALL: 07919 917009
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/sticklandplumbingandheating
EMAIL: info@sticklandplumbing.com
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