❄️How to Prevent Frozen & Burst Pipes — and How Mid-Ohio Cleaning & Restoration Can Help!

❄️ Cold Weather Is Coming! As the temperatures drop across northeast Ohio, both homeowners and business owners face a common seasonal threat — frozen or burst pipes. When water freezes, it expands, creating pressure that can cause pipes to crack or burst, leading to major water damage and costly repairs.

At Mid-Ohio Cleaning & Restoration, we see it every year — beautiful fall days turn into freezing nights, and one small overlooked pipe can lead to thousands of dollars in damage. Let’s go over how you can protect your home or business this season, and how our team can help if the unexpected happens.

🧊 Why Pipes Freeze

Pipes are most likely to freeze when:

• Temperatures drop below 32°F for extended periods

• Pipes run through unheated spaces like basements, crawl spaces, garages, or exterior walls

• There’s inadequate insulation around the plumbing

Even a small section of frozen pipe can block water flow and increase pressure throughout your system — leading to a burst.

🏠 Prevention Tips for Homeowners

1. Insulate Exposed Pipes – Use foam insulation sleeves or wrap heating tape around pipes in vulnerable areas.

2. Keep a Steady Temperature – Don’t let your thermostat drop below 55°F, even when you’re away.

3. Let Faucets Drip – A slow, steady drip keeps water moving and helps prevent freezing.

4. Open Cabinet Doors – On especially cold nights, open sink cabinets to let warm air circulate around the pipes.

5. Disconnect Garden Hoses – Shut off and drain outdoor faucets before the first freeze.

🏢 Prevention Tips for Business Owners

1. Inspect Commercial Plumbing Early – Schedule a fall maintenance check before temperatures plunge.

2. Monitor Unused Spaces – Warehouses, basements, or vacant units often go unheated; add insulation or low-temp alarms.

3. Keep Consistent Heat – Even when closed for holidays or weekends, maintain at least 55°F indoors.

4. Train Your Staff – Ensure employees know how to locate and shut off the main water valve in case of an emergency.

💧 If a Pipe Bursts — Act Fast

Even a small leak can cause serious damage within minutes. If you suspect a frozen or burst pipe:

• Shut off your main water supply immediately.

• Turn off electricity in the affected area (if safe to do so).

• Call Mid-Ohio Cleaning & Restoration right away.

Our 24/7 emergency response team specializes in water damage mitigation, structural drying, and restoration. We use advanced equipment to locate hidden moisture, prevent mold growth, and restore your property quickly and safely.

🔧 How Mid-Ohio Cleaning & Restoration Can Help

We’re not just there for cleanup — we’re your partners in prevention and recovery. Our certified technicians offer:

• Rapid water extraction and drying services

• Moisture detection and mold prevention

• Structural repairs and rebuilds

• Insulation and restoration for affected areas

• Free moisture and damage assessments

• Free inspections to tag any water shutoff valves and create an emergency plan. (Contact our office to schedule your free inspection and emergency plan today!).

Serving Mansfield and the surrounding Mid-Ohio region, we’re proud to help our community protect their homes and businesses from winter’s worst.

🌨️ Be Prepared — Stay Protected

Don’t wait until the pipes freeze! A few preventative steps now can save you time, stress, and money later. And if the unexpected happens, know that Mid-Ohio Cleaning & Restoration is just a phone call away — ready 24/7 to handle any water damage emergency.

📞 Call us today at (419) 775-7663 for a winter preparedness inspection or emergency service.💧 Mid-Ohio Cleaning & Restoration — We’re Here When You Need Us Most.