Why Insulate Cold Water Pipes?
It’s an ounce of prevention that could save thousands of dollars in repairs, if otherwise not taken. That is one good way to realize the importance of insulating cold water pipes. Not to mention the time lost being inconvenienced without water during repairs. • Lessen Pipe Freeze • When pipes freeze, they are prone to bursting under pressure when the weather finally warms up. The result is no running water. Sometimes the cold water pipes may freeze, but not necessarily burst open. Water will not flow when this happens. You may not prevent the pipes from freezing, but at least you can slow down the process by insulating the cold water pipes just before winter weather sets in. • Minimize Leakage and Maximize Water Pressure • It is not always easy to detect if a water leak is present. Protecting your cold water pipes will stop, or at a minimum, decrease the wasted water loss. You could likely see the savings on your next water bill. Water pressure is affected when the water in the pipes b
