Frozen & Burst Pipes · Huntsville, AL
Frozen & Burst Pipe Repair in Huntsville, AL
North Alabama can go from mild to well below freezing overnight. Homes built for warm weather have pipes in crawl spaces and garages that aren't ready for it.
Request a plumberWhere pipes freeze
Crawl spaces, garages, outside walls and hose bibs.
Before a freeze
Cover outdoor faucets and close crawl space vents.
Drip faucets
On the coldest nights.
If pipes freeze
Warm gently; no open flames.
When a pipe bursts
Shut off the main and call.
Hidden damage
Check after thaws.
Insulation
Wrap exposed pipes.
Record cold
New Market holds Alabama's record low of minus 27 degrees, set in 1966.
Leaving home
If you'll be away in winter, keep the heat on or shut off and drain the system.
Outdoor faucets
Frost-free hose bibs and covers help a lot.
Request a plumber
Tell the plumber which pipes froze. Send a request and a licensed plumber will get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I drip faucets?
- On very cold nights, yes.
- Will insurance cover it?
- Often, if the house was heated.
Other plumbing services
Request a plumber
Leaks, backed-up drains, sewer smells and water heaters that won't heat. Tell us what's happening and we'll pass it to a licensed plumber, who will call you to arrange a visit and a price.
- Leaks, drains and water heaters
- Huntsville, Madison, Harvest, Hazel Green and nearby
- Licensed plumbers, price before work
Need frozen & burst pipes in Huntsville?
Send a request and a plumber will get in touch. Requests answered 7 days a week.
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