How to Prevent Frozen Pipes in West Virginia
Mountain winters freeze pipes every year. Here's how to protect your home and what to do if a pipe freezes.
By Miller & Sons Plumbing
Why frozen pipes burst
When water freezes, it expands. That expansion builds pressure that splits copper, PEX, and PVC alike. The real damage often comes when the pipe thaws and water floods the break.
Prevention
Insulate exposed pipes in crawlspaces, basements, and exterior walls — especially in mountain homes.
Let faucets drip during the coldest nights. Moving water freezes more slowly.
Keep the heat on when you're away — even a low setting protects pipes.
Seal drafts around pipes entering the home.
Install frost-free hydrants for outdoor water — they drain below the frost line.
If a pipe freezes
Don't use an open flame. Call (304) 992-4494 — we safely thaw frozen pipes and repair any damage before it gets worse.