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    Feb 3, 2007, 08:17 PM
    Washer drain pipe in trailer
    My washing machine drain pipe is frozen and I seem to be having problems getting it thawed out I need help so I can get the problem fixed and also this is a mobile home:mad:
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    Feb 3, 2007, 09:22 PM
    Well, for starters, you could go to Lowe's or Home Depot and get some "heat tape" - that's a tape-like wire that you wrap around the pipe and plug into an outlet. The tape then keeps the pipe warm so it shouldn't freeze.
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    Feb 11, 2007, 05:26 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by PalmMP3
    Well, for starters, you could go to Lowes or Home Depot and get some "heat tape" - that's a tape-like wire that you wrap around the pipe and plug into an outlet. The tape then keeps the pipe warm so it shouldn't freeze.


    Is the heat tape OK tto put on pvc pipe
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    Feb 12, 2007, 01:41 AM
    I think so - read what it says on the package (directions, warnings, etc).

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