How To Un[upd] Freeze A Drain Pipe 2021

The Great Thaw: A 2021 Guide to Saving Your Frozen Drain Pipes

Part 5: What to Do When the Ice Breaks

Pipe Heating Cable (Retrofit type)

1. Heat the Water: Heat water to a temperature that is hot but comfortable to touch (approx. 120°F - 140°F).
2. Add Salt: Mix a generous amount of table salt or rock salt into the water. Salt lowers the melting point of ice, accelerating the process.
3. Pour Slowly: Pour the mixture down the affected drain. Give it 15–20 minutes to work on the ice.
4. Repeat: You may need to do this two or three times.

Stay warm out there. And for goodness’ sake, don’t pour bacon grease down the sink. how to unfreeze a drain pipe 2021

• Best method: Wrap an electric heating pad around the pipe and set to medium. Leave for 30 minutes.
• Second best: Use a hair dryer on low heat, moving constantly. Never concentrate heat on one spot.
• Avoid: Heat gun, high-setting hair dryer, or any open flame.