Frozen pipes (no water from a faucet)

What you're probably seeing

A faucet gives a trickle or nothing on a very cold morning.

Likely causes

• Pipes in outside walls, crawl spaces, attics or garages froze.
• Heat was off or low in part of the house.

Safe checks you can do now

1. Keep the faucet open and warm the pipe gently with a hair dryer. Never use a flame.
2. Open cabinet doors so warm air reaches the pipes.
3. Know where your main shutoff is in case it bursts.

When to call a pro

You can't find the frozen section, or you see a bulge, crack or leak.

General information about common causes, not a diagnosis of your home.