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[RC] [Consider This] How to Avoid Frozen Pipes in the Barn - MerriEquisearch.com - Full storyDon't let the cold weather leave your barn (and horse) high and dry this winter. Follow these simple tips for keeping the water on-tap. By Sue Weakley While several models of freeze-proof waterers are available, no waterer will work when the water supply freezes. Both metal and plastic pipes are susceptible to freezing, and when temperatures drop, it's hard to prevent the big chill. Unfortunately, frozen pipes often burst and can flood your barn. In fact, in one day, 250 gallons of water can spurt out of an 1/8-inch crack. By taking a few simple precautions, you may be able to save yourself the mess, expense, and headaches of frozen pipes. 1. Insulate exposed pipes to help protect them from cold. Newspaper can provide a degree of insulation and protection to exposed pipes. Even a 1/4-inch layer of newspaper can provide protection in areas that don't have frequent or prolonged below-freezing temperatures. More... -- Posted By Merri to Consider This at 12/31/2007 03:43:00 PM
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