Reminder on thawing frozen pipes
Moderators: Greg, Mark, mhrAJ333, JD
Today's local newspaper has a story about an unfortunate MH owner who attempted to thaw his frozen pipes with a propane torch. It caught the insulation in the belly on fire and caused extensive damage. Just a reminder: DO NOT USE ANYTHING THAT PRODUCES AN OPEN FLAME TO THAW YOUR PIPES!
I'll take that one step further. Your pipes can freeze but not burst or crack.
However, applying high heat at a fast rate can and will cause such a rapid thaw that the pipes burst or crack in the process.
You may want water quick, but once it is frozen, thaw with low to medium heat, evenly, indirectly and slowly.
Take care and best wishes,
Robert
However, applying high heat at a fast rate can and will cause such a rapid thaw that the pipes burst or crack in the process.
You may want water quick, but once it is frozen, thaw with low to medium heat, evenly, indirectly and slowly.
Take care and best wishes,
Robert
-
- Similar Topics
- Replies
- Views
- Last post
-
-
I need input on best way to hang new copper or pex pipes from underside mobilehome without opening up belly board
by waitingtohear » Mon Jun 11, 2018 12:21 am » in Mobile Home Repair - 7 Replies
- 80616 Views
-
Last post by waitingtohear
Mon Jul 02, 2018 5:39 pm
-