You may be wondering, can freezing temperatures damage home appliances? The answer is yes!
Winter weather is not ideal for most types of appliances. Cold temperatures can cause appliances to freeze, crack or explode.
Daryl Flood recommends that you take precaution during the colder months (November – April) to protect your appliances from extensive damage.
We’ve compiled the most common questions about appliance safety and frigid temperatures, as well as, some practical steps you can take to protect your goods during winter.
No, appliances left outside in extreme cold temperatures (below freezing) can create serious problems such as cracking pipes, water pumps, valves and drain lines.
Yes, appliances left in basements, garages or next to cold outside walls (such as cement) can pose a potential risk.
Yes, it is unlikely your new, unopened appliance will become damaged in your garage or basement if it’s not hooked up to a water source.
Before installing, let the appliance warm up to room temperature by sitting inside. If you are still concerned, take an extra step by wrapping the boxes with insulated material or a wool blanket to help.
Yes, although less common, Southern states have freezing temperatures extreme enough to affect appliances.
No, the U.S. Department of Energy does not recommend turning your heat completely off. Instead, turn it down low enough to keep your house running efficiently, but not below 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
If you have a second refrigerator or deep freezer in your garage or basement that is connected to a water supply, and you’re facing temperatures below freezing, it’s best to disconnect or insulate the hoses attached to the water source to prevent damage.
If you need to keep these appliances connected, use a space heater near the water lines at the back of the appliance. Be sure you unplug the heater overnight or anytime you aren’t at home to reduce the risk of a fire.
Perhaps the most vulnerable appliance to extreme cold weather is your washing machine, because of the constant use of water.
At the end of the wash cycle, you may find that excess water may freeze inside the hoses and pumps causing leakage when the weather becomes warmer.
To prevent this from happening, it is recommended that you wrap the hoses with pipe insulation and disconnect the water lines from the wall when the washer is not in use.
At Daryl Flood, our local and long distance moving services include a specialized service provider that can assist you with disconnecting, packing, crating and installing your electronics and appliances.
They will ensure that your belongings are properly wrapped and secured for transportation. If you require these third-party installation services, your Daryl Flood move consultant will alert you of any delivery restrictions due to cold weather.
Please, plan accordingly.
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