I recently purchased a house built in 1952 where the foundation is block and the back portion of the foundation is above grade. There is a slop sink against this wall and I was told by the previous owner to keep the water running slightly during the winter to prevent freezing. My question is is there anyway I can effectively insulate the supply lines without pulling them 3 or 4 inches away from the block wall? Any suggestions??
there is foam pipe insulation ,if you have the room or even sill gasket (80 foot rolls though).
just leave the room side of the insulation open to allow room heat to keep it warm.and that way the block does not directly radiate cold air at the pipe.
but are the pipes freezing there or in the ground(?)
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