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Preventing Frozen Pipes

Frozen pipes can lead to serious problems in your home. Not only is replacing the damaged plumbing expensive, but if the event is particularly catastrophic, you can also incur restoration expenses. Water freezes and expands when it’s left sitting in pipes below a frozen ground. It’s this expansion that can cause major damage. Pipes that are most susceptible to freezing are those that are exposed to severe cold, including swimming pool lines, water sprinkler lines, outdoor spigots and interior areas such as basements, crawl spaces, attics, garages or even cabinets. Pipes along the exteriors of walls with no insulation are also very prone to freezing.

How can you prevent your pipes from freezing and the subsequent damage afterward? The key is to make sure you keep your pipes warm that would otherwise be exposed to freezing temperatures. For instance, if your water lines are in the garage, keep the garage door closed as much as possible. If you have vulnerable pipes inside kitchen or bathroom cabinets, open them at night to let warm air circulate and prevent freezing. If your lines are outside and there is no way to warm them, keep them slightly turned on and let a bit of water drip so that it won’t sit in the pipes and freeze.

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  • Machesney Park
  • Winnebago
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  • Rockton

Outside Service Area

At Pearson Plumbing, Heating/AC & Pest Control, we proudly extend our top-notch HVAC and pest control services to homes and businesses throughout Rockford, IL, and all surrounding communities within a 30-mile radius. Whether you’re in Rockford, Belvidere, Freeport, Roscoe, or any nearby area, our expert technicians are ready to provide you with reliable, efficient solutions to keep your property comfortable and pest-free year-round.

While our primary focus is within a 30-mile radius of Rockford, IL, we understand that HVAC and pest control needs don’t always follow geographic boundaries. If you're located outside our regular service area, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re often able to accommodate extended service requests, ensuring you receive the same high-quality care and attention, no matter where you are.

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