Snow in Yorkshire: What to do if you have a frozen or burst pipe as temperatures plummet

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Snow in Yorkshire: What to do if you have a frozen or burst pipe as temperatures plummet
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Many will fear frozen or burst pipes as temperatures plummet

Open all your taps to drain the system as quickly as possible, saving some water in a bucket, if you can, for flushing toilets and hand washing. When the water stops running, turn all the taps off.It's best to thaw out pipes slowly, with hot water bottles or towels soaked in hot water. Never use a naked flame or blowtorch to thaw the pipe – as direct heat may cause permanent damage to the pipes and could also lead to a fire in the home.

Have the name and telephone number of your nearest WaterSafe qualified plumber to hand. Keep it by the boiler or stop tap.

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