Life Hack: How to protect your pipes during a cold snap and what to do if they freeze

Prevent frozen pipes and avoid disaster this winter 
Life Hack: How to protect your pipes during a cold snap and what to do if they freeze

If your pipes burst, make sure you contact a professional plumber as soon as possible for repairs. 

If you have noticed a drop in temperatures in recent days, you are not wrong. We have had a few instances of sub-zero temperatures overnight, with the mercury set to dip even lower. With a cold snap such as this comes the extra risk to our homes. Frozen pipes can cause the ultimate nightmare before Christmas, leading to no running water, boiler breakdowns and even burst pipes.

Should I insulate pipes?

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