#freezing pipes

[sweaterkittensahoy]

If your pipes froze but didn't burst, open the faucet and get a blow dryer or space heater on it. It may take a bit, but you may be able to thaw the pipe without it bursting.

You want the faucet open so the water has a place to go when thawed.

[shareyourideas]

How to Maintain Your Plumbing System During Winter

[tucsontoiletrepair]

How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing in Tucson

[faaun]

Jack Marsh (2005), Friendship Otherwise - Toward a Levinasian Description of Personal Friendship

[juniepops]

honestly after having played hwbm i feel like halimede on twitter and the reputation/fanbase she's accrued really downplay how much of a comedic brat the character is

[machinerot]

there are beasts trying to emerge from under the kitchen floor

[thebreakfastgenie]

I booked a ticket for an 11:50am train on Monday, that was set to arrive in Portland, Maine at 2:20pm. When I woke up, my bed was shaking from the rain and hurricane speed gusts pounding my walls. It's only a 10 minute walk to the orange line, with a direct train to North Station, but it was raining so hard I wasn't sure I could make it. I was about to call an Uber to the train station because I didn't think the weather was passable, when the rain let up. Seeing a window, I rushed to the station. I made it up my street, eventually, with my massive, heavy suitcase and tote bag. I had to stop a few times because while the rain let up, the wind did not, and at times it was so strong I simply could not move against it.

I made it to the Amtrak station with enough time to buy breakfast at Dunkin' Donuts, which proved to be fortuitous. They announced my train was delayed 40 minutes, though the board said 35 minutes at first and then finally updated. I got my laptop out to look for more information. They started boarding the train less than 40 minutes after it would normally have boarded and without announcing it, causing me to rush to the platform without stowing my laptop and still juggling my coffee. I made it safely to the train. Onboard, they told is to expect further delays.

We waited for a bit on the outskirts of the city, then started moving again. Sometime after the first station stop, our train stopped. They announced there was a power line on the track up ahead. We waited for a while, then were informed the line could not be cleared until 8 or 9pm at the earliest, and they were returning us to the station stop in Haverhill, where we would get more information about our options. They said no buses were available. On our way there, they announced they would take us all the way back to Boston. A little later, they announced they had found buses, which would take us to Exeter, New Hampshire, where we could get back on a train that had been stuck on that side of the downed power line and continue on to the rest of the stops. Our buses were set to leave shortly after 3:45, so they could also take passengers from the 3:45pm train. We left about 3:55 and spent a while in traffic leaving Boston. My bus had also recently been a green line shuttle and still said green line, which made me nervous.

From this point on, my journey was failure smooth. The transfer to the train in Exeter was very fast. I cannot say enough about the Amtrak staff who were incredibly kind and helpful. I was on track to arrive in Portland at 7:20pm. I was, at this point, having a better day than the rest of my family.

Throughout all of this, I am staying in touch with my dad who's supposed to pick me up, and learn from him that 1) there is no power at my parents' house and 2) the pump failed and the basement is flooding. Meanwhile, my mom, who was returning from visiting my grandmother in Tennessee, made it to Philadelphia and learned her connecting flight to Portland was delayed. She eventually boarded the flight, and told us it was supposed to land at 5:15. By around 6pm, my texts were still not being opened, and I was starting to become concerned, when she was finally able to text again and told us she was in Manchester, to which I replied "...New Hampshire?"

Indeed, it was New Hampshire. The pilot had done three go-arounds trying to land in Portland, but was unable to do so safely due to the weather. It was a small plane, and the weather was very rough, and apparently the plane was sideways at one point. Finally, the pilot diverted to Manchester and landed safely there. At this point, my sibling had picked me up from the train station, and we were waiting in Portland. The weather improved and the pilot got clearance to go back to Portland, but first had to wait for refueling. We finally collected my mom and went home to eat grocery store sushi for dinner at 10pm in our cold, dark house. This was a surprise for my dad who we lost contact with after his phone finally ran out of battery.

We were able to borrow a generator to get a new pump running and begin pumping out the basement. We finally got power back around 8pm on Tuesday. The furnace is in the basement and is still drying, but we have space heaters and separate heaters in a couple attached parts of the house.

Also my mom had to go to work today, without being able to take a shower because we had no hot water, and less than 24 hours after being tossed around in an airplane. On the plus side, her office had electricity. There's flooding all over, tons of roads are closed, and temperatures are dropping below freezing. But we have power now so I'm pretty happy!

[essektheylyss]

Not to be a damaged Californian but it's wild to me that in other places you can just like. go to a river or a lake. and hang out there. and swim around. and that's just allowed and encouraged. What the fuck.

[zenosanalytic]

Temps below freezing for the next 4 days down here and I was HOPING we wouldn't get any precipitation, but Guess What X| X| X|

Power and gas are still fine, it was just the snow-equivalent of a drizzle I guess tho that's still enough to make the roads etc icy, and I haven't heard anything about that changing yet, but it's still worrisome/annoying >_< >_<

[newtsnaturethings]

Winter electric bill my beloathed

[banannabethchase]

It's uh.

It's fucking cold.

[cybervom1t]

my texan ass is not acclimated to this kind of cold y’all holy shit

[toadlessgirl]

Power just came back on after 16 hours. It is 15 degrees outside and 53 degrees inside, but I get to sleep in my own bed. I am very grateful they got it fixed tonight because the high tomorrow is 4.

[justnightwife]

Freeze Pipe ❄️🍃

[emergencyplumbingil]

Why you need to keep main line shut off valve in working condition ?

To prevent plumbing disasters and ensure your home is protected while you’re away, it’s crucial to keep your main water line valve in good working condition.

Before you leave, consider the story of the Johnson family, who learned this lesson the hard way. They were excited for their two-week cruise, dreaming of sunsets and relaxation. However, they didn’t close their main shut-off valve before they left. During their vacation, a small leak in their water heater turned into a burst pipe, which ultimately led to a significant flood in their basement. When they returned, they faced extensive water damage and costly repairs. By closing the main shut-off valve before your departure, you can avoid such plumbing disasters.

Shutting off the main valve stops the flow of water into your home, effectively preventing leaks, bursts, or floods from causing damage. This simple action ensures that if any part of your plumbing system were to fail, there would be no water supply to fuel it.

Additionally, for long vacations, draining the water from your water heater can add another layer of protection. This step prevents potential issues related to freezing temperatures or slow leaks, further reducing the risk of water damage. So, as you finalize your vacation plans, take a moment to safeguard your home. Close the main shut-off valve to protect against leaks and bursts. This small precaution will help ensure you return to a home that's as carefree as your time away.

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[beechersnope]

cold weather people: do you have blankets you prefer during winter? i don't want a heating blanket but if anyone has suggestions for a brand/material they like that insulates body heat well i welcome them