Pipes will sometimes freeze inside the house by the meter. If this happens, you can warm up towels in the dryer then wrap them around the meter and pipe for thawing. For more tips from the City of Winnipeg click the button below
Frozen Water PipesIf you pipes simply won’t thaw, we have perfected our methods for efficiently thawing water service pipes with our truck mounted steam generator and specialized electric pipe heaters. Winnipeg Home Services drain cleaning division has all the required equipment to thaw frozen pipes. Our plumbers are trained in the proper use of this specialized equipment.
Our trained plumbing professionals know how to solve drainage problems fast, using equipment that will open the most stubborn clogs. Call our 24 hour emergency plumbing services.
Tree roots can fill a pipe with hair-like root masses that quickly become clogged with toilet tissue, grease and other debris flowing from your home resulting in reduced flow and slowed drains. Once roots have entered the pipe, they continue to grow and expand. Increased pressure can crake or break the pipe, resulting in a collapse.
Drainage Problems
We scour pipe walls and use drain pumps to deal with the immediate problem, then offer solutions to fix or avoid future issues. Our service trucks are equipped with the latest in drain cleaning equipment, cameras and pipe locators.
For frozen pipes we have a portable hot water steam cleaning unit to help remedy the problem. Our technicians are trained to complete any emergency repairs required.
Pipe Repair
Winnipeg Home Services is fully stocked with all the equipment needed to prevent any unwanted water or waste from flowing in your home. Along with our emergency service we also handle general maintenance including indoor and outdoor tap or pipe repairs and replacements. We offer full plumbing services as well.