Essential Tips for Preventing Damage from Freezing Pipes This Winter

When temperatures drop, water inside plumbing lines can freeze and expand. This pressure often causes pipes to crack or burst, sending water into walls, crawlspaces, basements, and insulation. Even a small leak can lead to hidden moisture, mold growth, and structural damage if it isn’t handled correctly.

If a pipe freezes or bursts, it’s important to call a professional restoration company instead of trying to manage the damage alone. A proper mitigation response includes finding where the water migrated, moisture mapping, structural drying, antimicrobial treatment, and monitoring until safe moisture levels are reached. This prevents long-term problems and protects your home from mold, odor, and rot.

Leading Edge Restoration provides emergency mitigation services to stop further damage, stabilize the structure, and reduce loss. We do not perform reconstruction—our focus is mitigation only, so the job gets dried correctly the first time.

If you’re dealing with frozen pipes or water from a burst line, we’re here 24/7.

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