Continuing Education
Mastering Frozen Pipes
Course Description
This specialized course examines the technical and practical challenges associated with frozen pipe losses, a common yet often complex source of property damage claims. Participants will explore the environmental conditions, building design factors, and system vulnerabilities that contribute to pipe freezing and subsequent failures.
The course connects the science behind freezing events to real-world claim scenarios, helping insurance professionals recognize damage patterns, understand system impacts, and evaluate losses more effectively.
State Approval Status
CE credit is available in the following states:
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Indiana
- North Carolina
- New Hampshire
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Oklahoma
- Texas
- Wyoming
What You Will Learn:
- Nature of freezing pipes: Explore the causes and conditions that lead to pipe freezing and the types of losses that can result.
- Mechanics of frozen pipes: Understand how freezing occurs, its effects on plumbing and mechanical systems (e.g., HVAC), and common signs of failure.
- Prevention strategies: Learn about engineering methods and best practices used to prevent frozen pipes, improve system resilience, and reduce risk.
- Role of technical investigations: See how expert investigations provide clarity on the source and extent of damage, giving adjusters the information needed to make informed decisions.