Frozen Pipe Thawing & Prevention in Toronto & the GTA
Advanced Plumbing & Drains thaws frozen pipes and prevents future freezing across Toronto. Emergency service available 24/7.
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Advanced Plumbing & Drains provides frozen pipe thawing and prevention services in Toronto and the GTA. Frozen pipes are a winter emergency that can lead to burst pipes and water damage. We thaw frozen pipes quickly and recommend prevention measures to protect your home.
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Frozen pipes typically occur in unheated areas like attics, crawl spaces, or exterior walls during extreme cold. Signs include no water flow from a fixture, frost on visible pipes, or a strange smell from drains. If you suspect frozen pipes, call immediately to prevent burst pipes.
We locate the frozen section using thermal imaging or by checking for cold spots. We thaw the pipe using safe heating methods like heat tape or warm water. We never use open flames. Once thawed, we test water flow and recommend insulation or other prevention measures.
Thawing typically takes 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the pipe's location and how frozen it is.
Emergency frozen pipe thawing ranges from $200–$500. Prevention measures like pipe insulation range from $100–$400. We provide upfront pricing.
Our team is fully licensed and insured. We use safe thawing methods that don't damage pipes. We guarantee our work.
Toronto's harsh winters make frozen pipes a common winter problem. Older homes with poor insulation are most vulnerable. We're experienced with local winter plumbing challenges.
Can I thaw a frozen pipe myself? You can try wrapping the pipe with heat tape or using warm (not boiling) water. If that doesn't work, call us for professional thawing.
How do I prevent frozen pipes? Insulate exposed pipes, open cabinet doors to allow warm air circulation, and let faucets drip during extreme cold.
What if my pipe bursts? Turn off the main water valve immediately and call us for emergency repair. Quick action minimizes water damage.
Pipes can freeze at 32°F (0°C), but uninsulated pipes in unheated spaces freeze faster.
Yes, ice expands and can burst pipes. This is why quick thawing is critical.
No water flow from a fixture, frost on visible pipes, or a strange smell from drains are signs of frozen pipes.
Insulate exposed pipes, seal air leaks, allow faucets to drip during extreme cold, and maintain heat in unheated spaces.
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency service for frozen pipes during winter.
How Our Process Works
Locate Frozen Section
We use thermal imaging to locate the frozen pipe without guessing.
Safe Thawing
We thaw the pipe using safe heating methods that don't damage the pipe.
Prevention
We recommend insulation and other prevention measures to protect your home.
Our Work
Professional frozen pipe thawing using safe heating methods
Expert pipe insulation to prevent future freezing
Completed frozen pipe repair with prevention measures
Need Frozen Pipes Today?
Our licensed Toronto plumbers are ready to help. Same-day appointments available.
Call (416) 769-8800