Non-freezing water in a bath: how to prevent pipes from freezing (2 effective ways)

Why does the bath water freeze? This problem occurs almost every winter. How to lead the water into the bath so that it does not freeze in the pipes even in severe frost? If the water freezes, it can damage pipes and water tanks.

Our grandfathers carried water in buckets and had no problems with water freezing in pipes. Then they washed and freed the barrels, basins and other containers from water. Things have become easier these days. No need to carry buckets of water in the cold. It is enough just to open the tap and follow the filling. Someone periodically heats the bath so that the water in the taps and pipes does not turn into ice. Those who have a bathhouse near the house are heated (pipes are insulated).

1 way

If pipes are initially laid, then it is worth using a heating cable to heat the pipes. This cable is used not only for plumbing, but also for sewerage, roofing, foundations, floors, greenhouses, stairs, drainage systems, etc. There are self-regulating cables that save energy.

There is the option of introducing the cable into an existing pipe, and you do not need to dig out anything. This method is more effective than external use. But not suitable for pipes with bends, branches. No permanent connection required. It is enough to turn on the cable after the fact. But there is a danger that the frozen pipes can burst from temperature fluctuations. Therefore, it is better to supplement the cable with a timer socket. Such devices are sold everywhere. In this way, you can adjust the time to turn on and off the cable.

2 way

But if you don't want to pay extra money for electricity, there is another effective way. A pipe runs from the central water supply to the bathhouse. Dig a small hole (depth 1 meter) about 2-3 meters from the bath. The diameter of the hole is such that you can then crawl into it. It is necessary to put a three-way valve in this pit. From this crane, lay the pipe at a slight incline. Then they make an ordinary tap in the bath to use the water.

It is also required to dig an additional hole (next to the main one) for 10 liters, so that excess water runs down the slope.

This is the secret three-way valve. If you twist it in one position, then the water will go to the bath. Scroll to the opposite position, go to the bathhouse and turn on the tap. Excess water is drained into an additional pit by gravity.

The pipe from the bath will be without water and, therefore, nothing will freeze. A proven method.