2007-02-26 03:56:52 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
We just had an ice storm and there is no electricity in town abd won't be foe a week
2007-02-26 04:13:10 · update #1
Make sure they are well insulated, and then leave them dripping at all times. You don't have to leave them fully running with a generous stream, but a steady drip should help keep them from freezing.
Good luck!
2007-02-26 04:00:27 · answer #1 · answered by Bronwen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best way would be to have the home winterized. On a home in a mobile home park letting the water run when it is very cold outside 10 degrees or lower you run the risk of having the sewer pipe freeze before it reaches the ground. Running the hot water or letting it drip is NEVER a good idea. It can lead to damage to the water heater specifically the T/P valve and also can cause the water to become a scalding hazard. I have seen Live steam come from a faucet where they were running the hot water to keep the system from freezing.
2007-02-26 15:11:04 · answer #2 · answered by oreos40 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You turn the faucets on and let it drip 24 hours a day. You do both the hot and cold water in all the sinks and the tub. The water won't freeze in the pipes because it is always running.
If you have to drain the pipes and go without water, go under the trailer. Where the water pipe comes out of the ground, there is an on/off valve. Turn the water off, and then unloosen the big nut holding the valve in the pipe. The water will drain out where you loosened it at. Open all the faucets in the house to help it drain faster.
2007-02-26 13:23:31 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have the house winterized! If you leave the water on you take the chance of creating bigger problems then you have now. If cant afford to have this done then turn the water off to the house and disconnect the main lead to the house at its lowest point. open all valve/facets in your home and drain hot water tank. also open the small pressure relief valve at the top of the hot water tank as well. I would also try to get some anti freeze or windshield washer fluid with antifreeze in it to put down all the drains and in your toilets. If you are in a Mobil Home Park you could ask if the maintenance staff could remove you water meter so it don't break and you get charged to fix it. Theres really no other way thats not a big risk of causing damage to your water system or your home.
2007-02-26 12:24:56 · answer #4 · answered by troy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is what you can do.
1) turn off the main water supply to the trailer.
2) turn on the water in all the areas, ie all faucets.
3) plush the toilets and drain them.
The idea is to drian the pipes of as much water as possible so when and if they freeze they do not burst or break.
You should also leave the facuets open after as water expands when it freezes and if you do not allow for the expansion you will have problems as well.
2007-02-26 12:01:37 · answer #5 · answered by psionne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there a way to insulate the pipes? Can you buy insulation for them? I would recommend a visit to a home store that is a 'depot.' You know what I mean.
2007-02-26 12:01:00 · answer #6 · answered by TygerLily 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep the hot water barely dripping. It wont run up your bill as long as you just keep it dripping and not at a full run. Dont worry about running out of hot water either, if its just dripping then it will be just fine!
2007-02-26 12:01:15 · answer #7 · answered by Stephanie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep the tap cracked. A slow trickle of water will keep the line clear. Thats what we do. If you can.
2007-02-26 12:04:59 · answer #8 · answered by Amanda 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Insulate, insulate, insulate!!
2007-02-26 12:04:43 · answer #9 · answered by Joey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drain water
u may have to have it professionally flushed with air like a sprinkler system to get out water sitting in trapped areas
2007-02-26 12:00:06 · answer #10 · answered by willow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋