GumbySr t1_j1k8ymf wrote on December 25, 2022 at 1:04 AM

Is this still the case in homes with radiator heating?

Charlesinrichmond OP t1_j1ksxwp wrote on December 25, 2022 at 4:19 AM

Yes. Type of heat has nothing to do with the issue

User-NetOfInter t1_j1kui5i wrote on December 25, 2022 at 4:35 AM

Exactly. Water is coming into the house VERY cold since the pipes are relatively close to the ground compared to the north east. Frost line can hit them for extended cold periods.

Also happy holidays Charles. Always good to see you here with the homeowner/landlord pro tips.

Charlesinrichmond OP t1_j1l0uno wrote on December 25, 2022 at 5:46 AM

Thank you. Merry Christmas and happy Hanukkah.

buztabuzt t1_j1klzq4 wrote on December 25, 2022 at 3:10 AM

Yes if you have pipes that will be cold (attic, crawl space, walls, etc.