Burst pipes in exterior walls during freeze-thaw cycles
Why it happens here
North Ogden Heights sits higher than the valley, so exterior walls see more freeze-thaw cycles each winter. Pipes in those walls expand and contract until a fitting or a section of PEX fails. The leak often runs inside the wall for days before it shows as a ceiling stain.
Our approach
We use a thermal imaging camera to find the leak path before we open anything. We repair the failed section, dry the wall cavity with air movers and a dehumidifier, and replace the insulation and drywall. We also check nearby lines for the same stress pattern.