The threat of frozen and burst pipes becomes a costly concern with freezing temperatures.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Severe winter weather can cause pipes to freeze and burst, and as a winter storm hits the DMV, there ...

When water freezes, it expands putting a lot of pressure on pipes. This can lead to cracks or complete bursts when they thaw, ...

The arrival of cold weather brings with it concerns about what could happen if your pipes freeze. Frozen water pipes can leak, burst, and grow mold, all issues that may result in high repair costs.

Even if you haven't run your faucet in days, there's still a small amount of sitting water in your pipes. Water expands when it's frozen, which poses a danger to your pipes (which don't fluctuate in ...

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When temperatures dip below freezing during winter, failure to prepare for frigid weather can cause significant damage to homes and not only cause headaches for homeowners but also cost them thousands ...

After a chilly night, there's no better feeling than a warm shower. However, nothing ruins it quite like the surprise of no running water when you turn the faucet on. If you've never experienced ...

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