Frozen Pipes Bursting in Evansville?

12/14/2020 (Permalink)

Frozen Pipe Burst in Evansville Indiana? Call on SERVPRO of East Evansville at (812) 471-3132, We are here to help!

Pipes can freeze if the temperature drops below freezing and the pipes are exposed to that temperature for a prolonged period of time.

When water freezes it expands in volume. When this happens in a closed pipe, the ice displaces the water, which increases its pressure exponentially. If this is allowed to go on for too long, the pipe will burst.

When a water pipe bursts, an immense amount of water will come pouring out and will not stop until the water is shutoff.

Should you need assistance at your home for water damage, SERVPRO of East Evansville is here to help! Call us for immediate assistance at (812) 471-3132. While you wait for us to arrive, here are some helpful guidelines to keep in mind:

Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.

Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.

Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.

Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.

Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.

Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.

Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.

Gather loose items from floors.