Crown Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Burst Pipes’

Why is Water Coming Through My Kitchen Floor?

Monday, February 27th, 2023
water-pooling-on-wooden-floor

We’re the plumbers in Akron Ohio who have seen just about every type of plumbing problem possible, but when you think of a plumber, the first thoughts that come to mind may be fixing a sink, toilet, or drain.

What about when water begins to rise through your kitchen floor? It’s a plumbing issue, but where do you even begin to uncover its cause? We know, and the reasons behind rising kitchen water may shock you.

As a note, this is a serious problem that will definitely cause some level of property damage. This requires a fast reaction to mitigate damage and stop the cost of repairs from increasing.

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Why Do Water Pipes Sometimes Burst in the Winter?

Monday, September 12th, 2022
icicles-on-pipe

The summer weather is still here and it’s still hot—so we thought we’d cool you down a bit with some talk of ice. Specifically, we’re going to answer a question many homeowners have about winter conditions and their plumbing: Why do water pipes sometimes burst in the winter? 

We’re not talking about this just as a nice break from the heat. Fall is almost here, and that’s the time to make preparations to prevent pipe bursting in the winter. A bit of precaution goes a long way when it comes to stopping this problem in your home.

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