FH 6.5: Plumbing pipes are frozen and/or burst

Plumbing pipes shall be protected from freezing in accordance with the Building Code.

Plumbing pipes not meeting the acceptable condition shall be repaired.

Homes must be kept at temperatures to prevent freezing at all times. If this is not possible, proper precautions should be taken to prevent freezing such as shutting off and draining the water supply system. For exterior hose bibs, shut off any associated interior valves and leave the exterior valve open as part of a regular seasonal maintenance program. Garden hoses must also be disconnected from the exterior hose bib. If a burst pipe is detected in a water supply pipe, the main water supply valve should be turned off immediately until the builder’s representative can assess the condition.