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mad_dog_94 t1_j79yc1g wrote

in the future when it gets this cold its a good idea to let the water drip from your faucet even when youre not using it. it isnt a guarantee but it helps long enough to keep them from bursting due to freeze so they can thaw

as for your landlord. you can withhold rent until they come and fix the issue. if they want to take you to court then they wont have a case because theyre responsible for the property and it wasnt you who damaged it

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pixel_of_moral_decay t1_j79pgi4 wrote

You're conflating a few thing.

Leaving it dripping will prevent ruptured pipes by not letting pressure build up.

You can however still get some ice buildup, which might result in water not running. But since water has a place to go as it expands it won't cause a rupture.

Leaving the plumbing dripping is to prevent catastrophic damage, not to keep water pressure working normally.

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