The plumbing vents poke through the roof, where the snow and the ice gather around them. The frozen vent can block the drainage air.
The role
The vent lets the air into the drain system so the water flows freely. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tucson, the vent is the system's breath.
The snow
The snow can cover the vent and seal it with the ice. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tucson, the sealed vent slows the drains.
The ice
The ice buildup around the vent pipe can crack the flashing. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tucson, the cracked flashing leaks at the pipe.
The frost
The frost can form inside the vent pipe in the deep cold. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tucson, the frost narrows the airway.
The clearing
The careful snow removal from the vent area keeps it open. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tucson, the rake and the brush do the job.
The check
The spring check of the vent caps and the flashing catches the damage. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Tucson, the check follows the season.
The call
Keep the vents open through the winter. Call 888-217-3585 and Tucson Plumbing Experts will match you with a Tucson pro for the check.
Plumbing in Tucson: what to know
In Tucson, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Santa Cruz County — from Sahuarita, Oro Valley and Marana to ZIP codes like 85708, 85707, 85706 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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