GREENSBORO, N.C. — As temperatures drop across the Triad, plumbers say they’re already seeing an increase in service calls — and many of the issues could be prevented with a few simple steps ahead of time.
One plumber in the Triad warns that frozen pipes can lead to major damage and costly repairs once a winter storm hits. Preparing now, they say, can make all the difference.
Roger Kendrick with Practical Plumbing has more than 30 years of experience and says protecting pipes from wind and cold air is key.
While working on a home in Greensboro, he demonstrated how adding multiple layers of insulation can slow down freezing…