Kingspan Technical Insulation has launched Kingspan K-Roc Pipe Insulation, an A2 L /A2-s1,d0 rated pipe insulation suitable for use on HVAC and building services pipework. The product comprises a ...

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer, but if that ice forms in your plumbing, it’s a potential disaster. A frozen pipe can crack, ...

Frozen pipes often occur when there has been a sudden or surprise drop in temperatures, a thermostat that has not been programmed correctly or is faulty, and poor insulation. Because water expands as ...

Remove the hose, as well as anything else attached to the faucet. Wrap the faucet with insulation or pipe wrap, which you can get from hardware stores. That part is important: Do not use old ...

OR WRAP YOUR PIPES WITH INSULATION TAPE. EXPERTS SAY IF YOU HAVE A WATER HEATER, YOU WANT TO TURN THAT SETTING TO PILOT OR VACATION MODE, AND THAT WILL JUST HELP YOU PRESERVE THE WATER PRESSURE.

That pressure buildup is commonly what leads to pipe bursts. The insulation in your home not only helps you stay warm, but it helps your pipes stay warm too. While water freezes at 32°F your ...

Learn more. When temperatures plummet, the risk of your pipes freezing and bursting skyrockets—a reality that may end up costing you a lot of time and money. In fact, burst pipes are one of the ...

Location of the pipe: Exposed pipes are generally easier to thaw than those enclosed in walls or under insulation. If you've been trying to thaw a pipe for over an hour without success ...

Getting the insulation right in your property has many advantages. You’ll be more comfortable by keeping the heat inside during Canberra’s cold winters, and the cool inside during Canberra’s hot, dry ...

Let the cold water drip from a faucet to prevent pipes from freezing. Adding insulation to attics and basements can help keep a house warm to maintain the temperatures of pipes. Pipes aren't the ...