Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter

Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter in Milton and Surrounding Areas

Freezing temperatures are heading to Milton, Navarre, Gulf Breeze, and surrounding areas. Frozen pipes can lead to costly repairs and water damage, but with the right preparation, you can prevent frozen pipes and keep your plumbing safe. Honey Bee Plumbing is here to share expert tips to protect your pipes this winter.

A frozen and busted uninsulated copper pipe due to extreme cold temperatures.

Don’t let this happen to your pipes! This uninsulated copper pipe froze and burst during freezing temperatures. Protect your plumbing before winter strikes.


Why Do Pipes Freeze?

When temperatures dip below freezing, water in the pipes can freeze and expand, increasing pressure and potentially causing cracks or bursts. This can lead to significant water damage and repair costs.


Steps to Prevent Frozen Pipes

1. Insulate Your Pipes

A side-by-side comparison showing old, damaged insulation on a supply line and hose bibb entering a home, alongside newly installed insulation by Honey Bee Plumbing.

A side-by-side look at old, worn insulation versus the new, professionally installed insulation by Honey Bee Plumbing. Protect your pipes from freezing with expert care!

  • Wrap exposed pipes in foam insulation or heat tape, especially in attics, garages, and crawlspaces.
  • This small investment can prevent major repairs later.

2. Let Faucets Drip or Trickle

  • A steady drip keeps water moving in single lines.
  • A slow trickle helps protect the entire plumbing system by preventing ice formation.
  • Use this tip for outdoor faucets, bathroom sinks, and kitchen faucets along exterior walls.

    A faucet set to a steady trickle of water to prevent freezing during cold weather.

    Keep your pipes safe! A steady trickle of water from your faucet can prevent freezing during winter’s coldest nights. Honey Bee Plumbing is here to help you winterize your home.

3. Keep Your Home Warm

  • Set your thermostat to at least 55°F, even if you’re not home.
  • Open cabinets under sinks to let warm air circulate around pipes.

4. Seal Gaps and Cracks

  • Use caulk or weather stripping to seal openings around pipes entering your home.
  • This prevents cold drafts from freezing your plumbing.

5. Disconnect Outdoor Hoses

  • Remove and drain garden hoses.
  • Install frost-proof spigots or use outdoor faucet covers for extra protection.

    A close-up of a cracked brass ball valve damaged by freezing temperatures, showing visible damage caused by ice expansion.

    A brass ball valve cracked due to freezing temperatures. Protect your plumbing this winter by insulating exposed pipes and taking preventive measures.


What to Do If Pipes Freeze

Turn Off the Water Supply

Immediately shut off your main water valve to prevent flooding in case a pipe bursts.

Thaw Pipes Safely

  • Use a hair dryer, heating pad, or warm towels to thaw frozen pipes.
  • Never use open flames or torches, as they can damage pipes or cause fires.

Call a Professional

If you cannot locate or safely thaw a frozen pipe, call Honey Bee Plumbing at (850) 427-1222 for assistance.


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Call Honey Bee Plumbing Today!

Don’t let freezing temperatures catch you off guard. Honey Bee Plumbing is ready to help you protect your home from frozen pipes.

📞 Call us at (850) 427-1222 or visit www.plumbingbees.com to book an appointment.