For homeowners in cold climates, winter brings more than just snow shoveling and icy driveways. One of the most frustrating and potentially damaging cold-weather issues is a frozen outdoor drain pipe . Unlike a frozen supply pipe (which bursts under pressure), a frozen drain pipe creates a silent, messy backup that can flood your basement or yard.
Stay warm, and keep those drains flowing. frozen drain pipe outside
Better yet, inspect your outside drains before winter: insulate, bury deeper, or install heat tape. A few hours of prevention can save you from a basement full of ice-cold sewage water. For homeowners in cold climates, winter brings more