When you discover a frozen plumbing pipe, you must act swiftly to prevent a catastrophic burst. First, shut off your main indoor water supply valve and open the faucets connected to the frozen line to relieve internal pressure. Locate the frozen pipe section and thaw it gently using a hair dryer, electric heating pad, or warm towels wrapped around the pipe, starting from the faucet end and working backward. Callout type="warning" title="Hygiene Warning": Never use open flames, propane torches, or high-heat industrial guns to thaw pipes, as this causes sudden pipe ruptures and severe fire hazards. Verification: Check the thawed pipe thoroughly with a dry paper towel for hairline cracks or leaks.
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