Frozen Pipe Services In Bend
Cold snaps here bite hard. East wind. Single digits at dawn. Garages and crawlspaces that never quite stay warm. Frozen pipes are common in Bend, but big water damage does not have to be. Here’s a straight-shooting guide from a local angle. We’ll add the list of pros later.
Best Services in Bend for Frozen Pipes
CO Heating (Plumbing – Frozen Pipes)
Address: Bend/Redmond dispatch — see website for current shop details
Area: Bend + greater Central Oregon
Standout: Big team with true emergency coverage; plumbing plus HVAC help if a freeze hits both water lines and heating.
What people say: Fast answers on the phone, clear estimates, and techs who explain options before they cut.
Helpful info: Ask about after-hours rates and same-day mitigation partners if a line bursts.
Renew Plumbing
Address: Bend-based dispatch — confirm on call
Area: Bend, Sunriver, Redmond (varies by day)
Standout: Small crew, owner-led jobs, tidy work. Good for targeted freeze repairs and valve swaps.
What people say: Personable, on time, and fair on price for emergency calls.
Helpful info: Have your shutoff located and a couple photos ready to text; saves a trip.
Einstein Pros (Bend)
Address: Service dispatch — check site for service window
Area: Bend and nearby communities
Standout: Larger coverage footprint with scheduling options and reminders.
What people say: Courteous techs, good communication, and respectful cleanup.
Helpful info: Ask for a quick moisture check after thaw to catch hidden leaks.
Roto-Rooter (Bend)
Address: Service dispatch — call for closest crew
Area: Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver
Standout: 24/7 live answer and strong drain/ice-block clearing if a freeze creates backups.
What people say: Showed up late in the evening and got water flowing fast.
Helpful info: Good combo call with a mitigation company if walls or floors are wet.
Severson Plumbing
Address: Bend-based — verify current shop address
Area: Bend and Central Oregon
Standout: Longtime local outfit; neat copper/PEX work and clean soldering.
What people say: Solid troubleshooting and honest scope before opening walls.
Helpful info: Ask about heat-tape install on repeat-freeze lines.
Deschutes Plumbing
Address: Bend-based — see website
Area: Bend, Tumalo, Redmond
Standout: Full residential service with replacement valves, PRVs, and manifold work.
What people say: Clear timelines, no-surprise billing, and friendly office staff.
Helpful info: Have your water heater make/model handy if it shut down during the freeze.
Firkus Plumbing
Address: Bend-based — confirm on call
Area: Bend and surrounding areas
Standout: Family-run, detail-driven repairs, good for tight spaces and crawl work.
What people say: Careful, patient thawing and clean fixes that last.
Helpful info: Ask about adding shutoff valves in smarter spots while they’re there.
Rapid Rooter of Bend
Address: Bend dispatch — check availability
Area: Greater Bend
Standout: Fast response for frozen drains, sewer backups, and ice blockages.
What people say: Quick diagnosis and got sinks and toilets back within an hour.
Helpful info: Good partner call if a burst line created drainage issues.
Sunset Plumbing of Bend
Address: Bend-based — see site
Area: Bend, Tumalo, and nearby
Standout: Straightforward pricing, careful inspections after thaw.
What people say: Pro crew, respectful in the home, communicates well.
Helpful info: Ask for a home freeze-risk walkthrough (under-sink lines, garage walls, hose bibs).
Royal Flush Plumbing
Address: Bend-based — confirm on call
Area: Bend and Central Oregon
Standout: Efficient emergency dispatch with clear next-steps if mitigation is needed.
What people say: Transparent quotes and quick part runs.
Helpful info: Good for adding accessible shutoffs and pressure-reducing valves post-repair.
Pearl Plumbing LLC
Address: Central Oregon dispatch (Bend/Redmond) — see site
Area: Bend, Redmond, Sisters
Standout: Owner-operated attention with flexible scheduling.
What people say: Friendly, thorough, and keeps the work area tidy.
Helpful info: Ask about insulating exposed garage lines while they’re onsite.
Central Oregon Disaster Restoration (Water & Mold Mitigation)
Address: Bend-based — office listed on site
URL: https://centraloregondisasterrestoration.com/?utm_campaign=gmb
Area: Bend + region-wide response
Standout: The team you call after a burst—extraction, drying, dehumidifiers, and insurance coordination.
What people say: Fast arrival during storms, documented everything for the claim, and checked back until dry.
Helpful info: Call them at the same time as your plumber if walls or floors are wet; early mitigation prevents mold and keeps claims cleaner.
First things first: quick emergency steps
Kill the water.
Find the main shutoff in the garage, crawlspace, or utility closet. Turn it clockwise. If you cannot find it, shut off at the street box with a curb key.Open faucets.
Cold and hot. Start at the lowest level of the home. Then move upward. This relieves pressure.Turn off the water heater.
Gas: switch to “pilot.” Electric: flip the breaker. Do this once water is off so you don’t dry-fire.Protect the area.
Put down towels, buckets, and a plastic tote under the suspected freeze point. Move rugs and electronics.Start controlled heat.
Space heater on low. Hair dryer. Warm towels. Start at the faucet side and work back toward the cold spot.Call a plumber if you see a split or a steady drip.
Also call a water mitigation company if any drywall or floors are wet.
Signs you’re frozen or close to it
No flow or a weak trickle at a single faucet
Toilet tank slow to refill
Hot works, cold doesn’t. Or the reverse.
Garage hose bib spits steam when thawing starts
Meter wheel moving with everything “off” after a thaw. That points to a hidden leak.
Thawing safely at home
Good methods
Hair dryer, on low to medium
Heat gun on low, always moving
Space heater pointed near, not on, the pipe
Warm towels, refreshed often
UL-listed heat tape installed correctly
Never do
No open flames
No propane torch
No direct heat on PEX fittings or plastic valves
Don’t close all faucets during thaw. Keep one open for flow.
Where to start
Begin at the fixture side. Work toward the cold section.
Common freeze points here: garage hose bibs, crawlspace elbows, exterior walls behind kitchen sinks, laundry rooms on north walls, bonus rooms over garages, and the line into the fridge.
If a pipe bursts
Main water off. Water heater off.
Flip breakers if water is near outlets or appliances. Safety first.
Take photos and short videos of damage.
Call a plumber and a mitigation team. Ask for fans and dehumidifiers same day.
Start airflow. Box fans. Open interior doors.
Pull wet rugs and baseboards if you can do so cleanly. Bag them and label.
Bend-specific weak spots
Garage hose bibs that stick through uninsulated walls
Crawlspace elbows close to outside vents
Backflow preventers on irrigation in side yards
Water filters and softeners mounted in cold garages
Second homes set too cold with no airflow under sinks
Finding shutoffs fast
Main valve in home: usually near the water heater or in the garage. Wheel or lever.
At the street: inside the concrete or plastic meter box. Use a curb key.
Fixture valves: under sinks and behind toilets.
Irrigation: look for the green box in the yard. Shut at the brass backflow.
What pros do on arrival
Confirm the freeze point and check for hidden splits
Pressure test zones to find slow leaks
Replace split sections and bad valves
Heat-trace problem runs and add insulation
Winterize irrigation and exterior lines if needed
Advise on prevention upgrades
Typical costs in Central Oregon (ballpark)
Emergency visit fee: $150–$300
Simple thaw and restore: $150–$400
Pipe repair in accessible area: $200–$600
Drywall patch after repair: $200–$500 per spot
Mitigation gear (fans, dehumidifiers): $500–$2,000+ for multi-day water events
Pricing varies by access, time of day, and how many lines froze.
Prevention for tonight
Set heat to 60–65°F during a hard freeze
Open under-sink doors on exterior walls
Drip faucets at the end of long runs
Park a small space heater on low in the garage near the manifold or water softener
Roll towels around exposed pipes in a pinch
Prevention for the season
Insulate garage and crawlspace lines
Add UL-listed heat tape to exposed sections
Seal rim joists and crawlspace vents that dump cold air on pipes
Install freeze sensors that ping your phone
Service the backflow and blow out irrigation before Halloween
Long-term upgrades that work here
Convert vulnerable copper runs to PEX with proper insulation
Add a recirculation loop on long hot lines
Install a smart shutoff valve with automatic leak sensing
Heat the garage slightly if it holds manifolds, softeners, or filters
Move hose bib feeds off exterior cavities into conditioned space
Second homes, rentals, and Airbnbs
Set a minimum heat hold and lock it
Leave written shutoff instructions inside the utility closet
Add Wi-Fi leak sensors at the water heater, under sinks, and by the fridge line
Schedule a winter check every cold snap. A five-minute walk-through saves claims.
Wells vs. city water
City water: shut off at the house or street.
Well systems: kill power to the pump at the breaker first, then close valves. Protect the pressure tank from freezing with gentle heat.
Insurance, photos, and timelines
Document everything before cleanup
Keep receipts for heaters, hoses, fans, and contractor time
Most carriers want mitigation within 24–48 hours to prevent mold
Save damaged parts in a bag for the adjuster
Simple kit to keep on a shelf
Curb key, headlamp, gloves
Hair dryer or heat gun
Two short hoses and a Y-splitter
Towels, heavy trash bags, painter’s tape
Digital thermometer and a basic leak sensor
Plastic totes for quick salvage
FAQs- Frozen Pipes in Bend
Do I drip faucets here?
Yes, on the coldest nights. Pick the furthest run and a bathroom on an exterior wall.
PEX or copper for freeze resistance?
PEX tolerates expansion better but still needs insulation and smart routing.
How long can thawing take?
Mild freeze: 30–60 minutes. Deep freeze in a garage wall: a few hours with steady, safe heat.
Can I use a torch?
No. Too many fires start this way. Use electric heat and patience.
Water is back but pressure is weird.
You may have a partial block or debris in an aerator. Clean screens and check again. If it persists, call a pro.
A fast checklist for the fridge
Know the main shutoff
Keep heat at 60–65°F in cold snaps
Open under-sink doors on exterior walls
Drip a far faucet
Space heater on low in garage if pipes run there
Call plumber + mitigation at the first sign of a leak
