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clarescottie
Dec 7, 2010, 07:03 AM
Burst pipes etc
creahands
Dec 7, 2010, 08:36 AM
A pipe, as anything, will burst at weakest point. If solder joint is sealed but not soldered all the way to end of pipe, will leave a space for water to get into and freeze.This will force joint apart.

Chuck