Frozen water pipes can lead to costly plumbing repairs for Central Indiana homeowners and businesses. Nobody wants to deal with a burst pipe in subzero weather. The best way to handle frozen pipes ...

Do not use anything electrical to thaw a pipe if there's standing water. That creates a danger of electrocution. Never use a blowtorch or open flame to thaw a pipe. They pose a fire hazard.

AND YOU REALLY WANT TO START WITH THOSE PIPES, ESPECIALLY IF YOU LIVE IN A ... charcoal stove, or other open flame devices.Apply heat until the full water pressure is restored.

or other open flame. Apply heat until full water pressure is restored. If you are unable to locate the frozen area, if the frozen area is not accessible, or if you cannot thaw the pipe ...

Nothing beats waking up to sub-zero temperatures only to realize your pipes are frozen. Temperatures across Iowa have been stuck below zero and wind chills since Sunday have hit 20 to more than 30 ...

If you turn on a faucet and no water comes out, or only a trickle, it could indicate a frozen pipe. Discolored water: If you do get water, but it's discolored (brown, reddish, or cloudy), it could ...

Do not use a heat source with an open flame as the high heat can damage the pipes or start a fire. Once the water flows at regular pressure, check all other faucets to see whether you have ...

And broken pipes and damaged homes are the last thing ... charcoal stove or anything else in the open flame category. You’ll want to keep applying heat until full water pressure is back.

As Michiganders continue to face harsh winter temperatures, homeowners are advised to take proactive steps to prevent freezing pipes, a common and costly issue in the region. Having experienced ...

Don’t use any device with an open flame, like a blowtorch, kerosene/propane heater or charcoal stove. Keep warming the pipe until there’s full water pressure and check all other faucets for ...

Warning: This story contains major spoilers for "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," the first two books in Rebecca Yarros' "Empyrean" series. The following text has been faithfully transcribed from ...