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Tips and Tricks for Frozen Pipes

An industry expert explains the best ways to handle frozen pipes

December 03, 2025

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City Workers Really Warm to General’s Pipe Thawing Solution

December 05, 2024

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Thaw Frozen Pipes Fast

October 03, 2023

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Small Tools Carry Big Safety Risks if You Become Complacent

Neglecting to use basic small tools and PPE the proper way can cause just as much injury as more obvious work hazards

November 10, 2020

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Hot-Shot Pipe-Thawing Machine Wins Editor’s Choice Award

November 01, 2020

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An Easy Way to Deal With Frozen Pipes

By giving frozen pipes a dose of heat treatment, the Arctic Blaster boosts customer service for Canadian plumbing company.

February 28, 2019

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When Cold Hits, Pipes Can Cause Issues

Specialized tools allow for thawing of pipes in a safe manner when pipes are frozen at a home.

February 28, 2017

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Tips for Clearing Ice Clogs With Water Jets

Learn how to clear ice clogs from frozen lines

January 03, 2017

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Frozen Pipes Call for All Hands on Deck

September 28, 2016

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Hot-Shot Thaws Frozen Pipes Fast

December 03, 2015

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Campbell Answers the Call

Boutique plumbing shop stands firm on the premise small can sometimes still be better .

August 03, 2015

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General Pipe Cleaners' Hot-Shot Pipe-Thawing Machine Thaws Frozen Metal Pipes Fast

Watch this instructional video to see how the Hot–Shot pipe-thawing machine can get water flowing through frozen pipes in as quick as 10 minutes

January 06, 2015