Frozen Pipes in Ottawa

Your Ottawa Frozen Pipe Experts

Ottawa winters can be vicious, and frozen pipes can become a nightmare, especially overnight.

When a deep freeze moves in, you may experience a frozen pipe, eventually causing a burst pipe resulting in flooding your basement and devastating your home.

The good news? Help is available.

Why Ottawa Homes Are at Risk

Ottawa can get nasty cold weather with the temperature dipping below -20°C for days on end in January and February. When that happens, your pipes are at risk of freezing.

This is especially true for:

  • Pre-1960s homes: Many mature Ottawa neighbourhoods have older homes with plumbing that were never insulated, making pipes more susceptible to freezing.
  • Recently renovated basements: New basement renovations sometimes overlook insulation, leaving pipes exposed to the cold.
  • Homes with additions: A new home addition can often have plumbing that isn’t protected as well as the rest of the house.
  • Properties with exposed pipes: Garages, crawl spaces, and exterior walls are prime locations for frozen pipes if they aren’t insulated.

Ottawa’s most historic neighbourhoods often have homes that are high risk.

If you live in:

  • Lowertown
  • Sandy Hill
  • Centretown
  • The Glebe
  • Old Ottawa South
  • Old Ottawa East
  • Westboro
  • Hintonburg
  • Rockcliffe Park
  • Golden Triangle
  • New Edinburgh
  • Vanier
  • Alta Vista

It’s especially crucial to keep an eye on your plumbing when the mercury drops.

Warning Signs of Frozen Pipes

Our Ottawa plumbers are available for emergency service to thaw frozen pipes and prevent your home from being flooded.

We specialize in helping homeowners in older Ottawa neighbourhoods where aging plumbing can make water pipes especially vulnerable to freezing.

Here are some warning signs you might be dealing with frozen water in pipes:

Notice any of these warning signs during a cold snap? Call us now at 613-722-8887 and prevent a potential catastrophe.

Our Professional Frozen Pipe Solutions

At Plumbing Now, we provide a fast, safe, and effective response to frozen pipes.

Unlike home methods that can be slow and actually damage your plumbing, our experts use state-of-the-art tools and strategies to thaw frozen pipes quickly and safely.

Why should you call us?

Emergency Response
A frozen pipe can’t wait for business hours. Our team is available day or night to handle frozen pipe emergencies.
Professional Thawing Equipment
We use safe methods that won’t damage your water pipes like electric pipe thawers to get your water flowing.
Experienced Technicians
With years of experience working in Ottawa’s older neighbourhoods, our team knows what to expect and what to do.
Immediate Solutions & Prevention
We don’t just thaw frozen pipes, we also find the weaker spots in your plumbing. We’ll apply insulation and other proven-to-work measures to help stop your pipes from freezing in the future.

The Plumbing Now Difference

As a locally owned company serving Ottawa since 2005, we maintain the highest standards in plumbing service and customer care. We believe in doing things right the first time, which is why we’re fully licensed and insured for your protection.

Licensed & Qualified
Master plumbers following Ontario Building Code standards.
Fully Protected
Licensed and insured for your peace of mind.
Proven Excellence
BBB Accredited with hundreds of 5-star reviews.
Service Guarantee
100% satisfaction guaranteed on all work performed

Frozen Pipe Prevention Tips

At Plumbing Now, we provide a fast, safe, and effective response to frozen pipes.

Unlike home methods that can be slow and actually damage your plumbing, our experts use state-of-the-art tools and strategies to thaw frozen pipes quickly and safely.

Insulate Pipes

Pipes in basements, crawl spaces, attics, and exterior walls need to be wrapped with foam pipe insulation or heat tape to keep them from freezing. 

Maintain Proper Home Heating

Keep your home at 15°C at a minimum and use space heaters in the basement during cold weather. This will keep your pipes warm enough to prevent frozen water pipes.

Monitor and Maintain

Check on your basement pipes when it gets cold and seal gaps in windows, doors, and foundation cracks to keep winter air from reaching your plumbing.

When Away from Home

If you’re away, have a friend or neighbour check on your home or set up a remote monitoring system. Turning off your main water supply lines can also prevent damage to a frozen pipe.

Want help preventing your pipes from freezing this winter? We’re happy to provide assistance.

FAQ: Frozen Pipes in Ottawa

Q: At what temperature do pipes freeze?

A: Pipes are at risk when temperatures drop below zero. Poorly insulated and outdoor pipes are especially vulnerable.

Q: Will my insurance cover frozen pipe damage?

A: Many home insurance policies cover frozen pipe damage, but coverage can depend on if preventative measures were taken. Check your policy or call your provider.

Q: How long does pipe thawing take?

A: With specialized equipment (electric heating pad), most water pipes can be safely thawed in 30 minutes. It does depend on the severity of the freeze, and some pipes can take longer.

Q: What makes you different from other plumbers?

A: We take pride in working with homes in older Ottawa neighbourhoods where plumbing is known to freeze in winter. We know exactly what to expect and how to help. 

We also take the time to help you understand your plumbing and help you prevent frozen pipes in the future.

Q: Can you help prevent my pipes from freezing in the future?

A: Yes! We offer pipe insulation, system inspections, and winter preparation services to help you avoid frozen pipes in the future. We can help you save money (and stress) in the long run with preventative measures that work.

Call Plumbing Now for Immediate Help with Frozen Pipes

If you have a frozen pipe, call us immediately at 613-722-8887.

You can also book online or request a free estimate at your convenience for any plumbing services.

We’re Ottawa’s trusted choice for premium plumbing services with a uniquely personal touch since 2005. 

Our friendly, licensed plumbers take the time to make sure you understand your plumbing. We also stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Call now!

Our Service Area

We provide plumbing services to the following Eastern Ontario communities:

We’re here to help Ottawa and surrounding areas!