Avoiding Burst Pipes in Las Vegas Homes this Winter

LAS VEGAS - Jan. 2, 2014 - PRLog -- “I’ve seen the damage that cold temperatures can do,” plumber Justin Donald of Service Plus Plumbing (http://myvegasplumber.com/), “and it isn’t pretty.” Donald has been part of Service Plus team since its inception, and he’s determined that homeowners should prepare their homes for the changes that winter can bring.

“Every year, we get calls, panicked calls, asking us what to do, asking us how this happened. The cause is always the same: winter came, and the home, or the property, it wasn’t prepared properly for winter. We come in and clean up the mess, but the truth is, prevention is so much easier.”

Some homeowners aren’t aware of what can happen when their plumbing isn’t ready for winter. The damage is costly and bothersome. Pipes can burst, freeze, or become otherwise damaged. When pipes burst, water erupts into a flood, damaging property, leaving a mess and causing a headache to clean up. Humidity in the home can cause problems with other appliances. Those who own a summer home will find that what should be a source of pleasure can turn into a hassle when it comes to repairing the costs of these important assets. Water inside a pool that isn’t properly winterized is a disaster and sewage gases from unwinterized toilets can become a safety hazard.

Service Plus Plumbing (http://myvegasplumber.com) of Henderson, NV is a leader in the plumbing industry. In business since 1997, Service Plus serves customers in both residential and commercial needs. Service Plus offers a satisfaction-guaranteed promise to every customer: if you’re not happy, we’re not happy. Homeowners and business owners are advised on how to prepare their properties for the changes in each season. Which, according to Donald, includes the crucial preparation for winter's icy storms and temperature fluctuations.

"It’s a pain when pipes burst, but these things happen," says plumber Justin Donald. “It’s cheaper and obviously easier for the homeowner to prevent the problem instead of dealing with the aftermath,” Donald says. “We can take care of things if you haven’t had your property prepared before winter happens, but the easier solution is to prepare for winter's storms before they show up.”

Every Homeowner Can Drastically Reduce the Chances of Winter Troubles by Following Some of These Simple Steps

Make sure the pool has been winterized before a cold snap goes through Las Vegas
Make sure any place pipes are located always stays warmer than 55 degrees to keep the freezing risk minimal.
Call a professional if there is a noticeable drop in water pressure
Let cold water trickle from the faucet if house gets really cold
Keep lids closed on water meters