Observation: Water in plumbing pipes freezes and the pipes burst.
Performance Standard: Drain, waste, vent, and water pipes shall be adequately protected to prevent freezing as required by the applicable plumbing code for normally anticipated cold weather and in accordance with the design temperatures established by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers.
Corrective Measure: The remodeler will correct situations not meeting the applicable code. The owner is responsible for draining or otherwise protecting pipes and exterior faucets that are exposed to freezing temperatures.
