Salt lowers the freezing point of water, and the heat from the water melts the ice.
Is your sink or tub not draining? If it’s freezing outside, you likely have a frozen drain pipe. Before you grab a blowtorch (don’t!), here is the safe way to get things moving again: best way to thaw a frozen drain pipe
Soak towels in hot water, wring them out, and wrap them securely around the pipe. Replace them every 5–10 minutes as they cool. 3. Increase Ambient Temperature Salt lowers the freezing point of water, and
| Method | Why to Avoid | |--------|---------------| | | Extreme fire risk; can melt plastic pipes or vaporize water into steam explosion. | | Boiling water in plastic pipes | Can soften PVC/ABS, causing joints to fail or pipes to warp. | | Poking ice with a metal rod | High risk of puncturing the pipe from the inside. | | Electrical appliance (drill snake) | Ice can spin the snake and shatter fittings or damage the drain. | Before you grab a blowtorch (don’t