Colder weather raises the risk of frozen pipes. When an exposed pipe freezes, it can burst and cause severe water damage. Fortunately, Osterwisch Company can help. They have provided electrical, plumbing, and heating and cooling services to the residents and businesses of Cincinnati, OH, since 1946. With almost 70 years of experience in the industry, they have seen the damage caused when pipes break and they have a solution—heat tape.

What is heat tape? Also known as heat tracing, heat tape is an electrical heating element that is attached to the length of the pipe. After attaching the heat tape, the pipe is then covered in insulation to prevent the heat from escaping. The warmth from the heat tape keeps the pipes from getting too cold and the water in those pipes from freezing.

While heat tape is used mainly in plumbing, the expert contractors at Osterwisch Company have the knowledge and expertise to install it in the following locations where it can be just as beneficial:

• Gutters And Roofs: Heat tape can help prevent the creation of ice dams in your gutters, which can cause a buildup of snow and ice on your roof. This can lead to roof damage and leaks. The electricians at Osterwisch Company can help you decide if placing heat tape on your roof and gutters is a good plan for your situation.
• Underfloor Heating: When you don’t have carpets or floor coverings, a cold floor can be a shock. Installing heat tape under your floor will not only make it more pleasant on chilly mornings, but it helps warm your home and provide temperature control so your furnace won’t have to work as hard to produce heat. Osterwisch Company can determine if using heat tape as underfloor heating will benefit you.

For more information on the services offered by this mechanical services company, visit Osterwisch Company online. For more information on heat tape and its benefits, call them at (513) 791-3282 to learn more about the benefits of heat tape.