Belgian weather is unpredictable. But 1 thing is for sure: between December and February, the freezing cold already dares to appear. So you are probably wondering how to protect your home against it, especially old water pipes. With our handy tips & tricks, you won't have to worry about frost damage!
Water and sewerage
As soon as you know that freezing temperatures are approaching, it is best to turn off the main tap. Leave the tap open. This will 'drain' the entire water system. The sewers themselves do not need extra attention. Only the connections where water can remain.
The so-called 'stink valves' of washbasins, bathtubs and showers are not susceptible to frost. But: the porcelain water tank of a duoblok toilet and the toilet bowl itself, on the other hand, are not resistant to possible frost. It is therefore best to flush the toilet when you have shut off the water. Then the cistern is completely empty.
Also think about your water pipes
You can easily protect old water pipes from freezing temperatures. You do this by insulating them with glass wool, polyethylene foam or a heating cable. The latter may be the most expensive, but it offers the greatest assurance that your pipes will be spared from frost damage.
How to go about it? For insulation with polyethylene foam, you can use special pipe insulation. Just snap them over the pipes and you're done. You don't even need tape!
What if it's too late?
Have the cold temperatures still caused damage in your home, to your old water pipes? One of your pipes broke? If so, get in touch with Nu Flow. We will treat your pipe with the Nu Flow coating. This technique permanently protects your pipes from corrosion!
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