Many aspects of winter can be great: ski trips, hot cocoa, family time and the holidays are all great seasonal perks. Despite the great memories that come with winter, however, there is a unique set of problems. Snowed in cars, icy roads, freezing temperatures, and cabin fever are all things people in colder regions have to deal with. While salt on the roads or extra sweaters may take care of some of those problems, there are no simple tricks when it comes to your pipes.
Winter is tough on plumbing. It comes with a unique batch of problems that no other season faces. Some common issues include:
- Tree root infiltration: Did you know winter is actually the worst time for tree root infiltration? While the leaves have fallen off, the roots are very much alive and in search of water. They tend to find that water in your pipes.
- Grease clogs: From Thanksgiving dinner to holiday parties and New Year’s feasts, your sink gets a workout in the winter. Grease makes its way down the pipe and may go undetected for some time until the buildup forms a clog 20 feet below.
- Frozen pipes: Frozen pipes are a common problem in the winter and can lead to pipe breakage. Homes older than 30 years are particularly susceptible to frozen pipes.
No one likes dealing with a burst pipe in the middle of winter. Fortunately, just like putting ice on the road, there are preventative measures to pipe damage in the winter.
It all starts with getting a sewer camera inspection. Just like annual checkups to the doctor, getting a routine sewer inspection before the winter makes sure everything is in order. And if something looks problematic they can cure it before it becomes a bigger problem.
How does a Sewer Camera Inspection Work?
At Angel Plumbers, we use our advanced technology to determine the exact problem and the exact location. Using a high-definition camera attached to a cable cord, we are able to insert the camera into the interior of the pipe and get a live view of the insides played back on a monitor. This way, not only can the plumber see the problem, you can too.
If you find that a tiny tree root has made its way into the pipe joint, destroying it in the fall will be much simpler than when it is large and causing your pipe to burst in the winter. Built up grease can be blasted away with a hydro jet, but if it completely clogs the drain you will be dealing with much larger issues at hand.
You get your car’s oil changed, take the same care for your pipes. With a simple and fast sewer camera inspection, all your problems can be prevented for the winter so you can focus on buying warm jackets and not expensive new pipes.
If you are ready to keep your pipes healthy, call Angel Plumbers to learn more. We are the plumber of choice for Los Angeles and Ventura County, and believe that customers deserve top quality with zero hassle. Call us today to prepare for winter.