Pipe and
Line Thawing
Pipe and Line Thawing
Specialized winter interventions to restore your systems quickly and safely
During periods of extreme cold, frozen pipes and lines can cause major service interruptions, backups, costly damage, and safety risks to infrastructure. At Sanivac, we offer specialized thawing services for all types of pipes and lines—residential, commercial, municipal, and industrial. Using high-performance equipment and proven methods, our teams respond quickly to restore flow, minimize damage, and ensure the continuity of your operations, even in the harshest winter conditions.
Hot water de-icing
Unmatched thermal power for complex situations
Hot water de-icing is one of the most effective methods for quickly melting ice and snow accumulated around pipes, lines, and infrastructure. Sanivac uses custom-built trucks equipped with high-performance burners capable of reaching up to 2,000,000 BTU, allowing for fast and controlled thermal action. This method is particularly well suited for construction sites, building access points, concrete surfaces, and infrastructure requiring immediate intervention. With water transport capacities of up to 1,500 gallons and recovery systems capable of handling up to 2,000 gallons, our units ensure continuous, efficient, and uninterrupted operation, even in extreme winter conditions.
Line Thawing
Quickly restore the operation of your essential networks
Freezing of water, aqueduct, sewer, or septic lines can compromise an entire network and lead to costly service interruptions. Sanivac provides targeted thawing of sanitary, storm, and potable water lines using advanced techniques designed to restore flow while protecting the integrity of the installations. Our methods help minimize downtime, prevent damage, and bring networks back into service as quickly as possible, whether for residential or commercial water services or municipal infrastructure.
Thawing of water service lines and main pipelines
Ensure continuous supply and prevent emergencies
Frozen water service lines can deprive a building of its potable water supply, while frozen main pipelines can cause overflows and major network disruptions. Sanivac offers specialized thawing services for water service lines and main pipelines, precisely targeting frozen sections to restore operation quickly, efficiently, and safely. Our interventions reduce emergency risks, protect infrastructure, and ensure the continuity of essential services for residential, commercial, and municipal buildings alike.
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Thawing of copper pipes and electrical conduits
Expertise tailored to sensitive materials and environments
Some pipes require a particularly precise approach. Copper pipes, which are sensitive to temperature variations, must be thawed carefully to avoid cracks and ruptures. Sanivac uses controlled hot water thawing techniques to gently eliminate ice blockages while preserving the durability of the material.
We also offer thawing services for electrical conduits, which are essential during cable installation or repair work. Our safe methods allow these conduits to be de-iced to facilitate cable routing, while protecting the integrity of the electrical system and minimizing risks to the installations.
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Sanivac performs thawing services for all types of pipes and lines, including water service lines, potable water lines, sanitary and storm lines, aqueducts, main pipelines, copper pipes, and electrical conduits. Our methods are adapted based on the material, diameter, and environment of each installation.
The most common signs include little to no water flow, backups, unusual noises in the plumbing, abnormal odors, or a complete loss of water supply. During periods of extreme cold, these symptoms often indicate a partial or complete freezing of the line.
Hot water thawing involves applying controlled heat directly to the frozen area to gradually melt the ice. Sanivac uses specialized trucks equipped with high-performance burners, allowing for fast, safe thawing without the risk of damaging the pipes or lines.
Yes. Improvised methods can damage pipes, cause cracks, or push the ice blockage to another section of the system. A professional intervention ensures the use of the proper temperature, pressure, and technique to thaw the line without compromising the integrity of the installation.
Yes. Sanivac provides thawing services even during periods of extreme cold. Our equipment is designed to operate efficiently in harsh winter conditions, allowing for fast, continuous interventions without interruption.
Yes. We provide thawing services for residential, commercial, and institutional water service lines, including those connected to municipal networks. Our interventions are designed to quickly restore potable water supply while protecting infrastructure.
Absolutely. A prompt intervention helps reduce the pressure caused by ice buildup, significantly lowering the risk of cracks, ruptures, and overflows. Preventive thawing or action at the first signs of freezing is strongly recommended.
Yes. Sanivac works on main pipelines, municipal networks, and critical infrastructure. Our targeted methods restore network functionality while ensuring the safety of both installations and workers.
Sanivac performs thawing services for all types of pipes and lines, including water service lines, potable water lines, sanitary and storm lines, aqueducts, main pipelines, copper pipes, and electrical conduits. Our methods are adapted based on the material, diameter, and environment of each installation.
The most common signs include little to no water flow, backups, unusual noises in the plumbing, abnormal odors, or a complete loss of water supply. During periods of extreme cold, these symptoms often indicate a partial or complete freezing of the line.
Hot water thawing involves applying controlled heat directly to the frozen area to gradually melt the ice. Sanivac uses specialized trucks equipped with high-performance burners, allowing for fast, safe thawing without the risk of damaging the pipes or lines.
Yes. Improvised methods can damage pipes, cause cracks, or push the ice blockage to another section of the system. A professional intervention ensures the use of the proper temperature, pressure, and technique to thaw the line without compromising the integrity of the installation.
Yes. Sanivac provides thawing services even during periods of extreme cold. Our equipment is designed to operate efficiently in harsh winter conditions, allowing for fast, continuous interventions without interruption.
Yes. We provide thawing services for residential, commercial, and institutional water service lines, including those connected to municipal networks. Our interventions are designed to quickly restore potable water supply while protecting infrastructure.
Absolutely. A prompt intervention helps reduce the pressure caused by ice buildup, significantly lowering the risk of cracks, ruptures, and overflows. Preventive thawing or action at the first signs of freezing is strongly recommended.
Yes. Sanivac works on main pipelines, municipal networks, and critical infrastructure. Our targeted methods restore network functionality while ensuring the safety of both installations and workers.
