This Week’s Wichita Weather Forecast & How Freezing Temps Can Wreck Plumbing & Furnaces

PD Plumbing Heating and Cooling — 12249 SW Hwy 54, Augusta KS 67010

As brutal winter temps settle over Wichita, homeowners must prep their plumbing and heating for sudden deep freezes. This week’s lows near -8°F put pipes and furnaces at risk. Stay informed and protect your home.

Wichita Weather: Feb 19 – Feb 25, 2025

• Wed: Cloudy & bitter cold – High 8°F, Low -8°F
• Thu: Cloudy & cold – High 13°F, Low 0°F
• Fri: Sunny but chilly – High 22°F, Low 13°F
• Sat: Milder – High 39°F, Low 27°F
• Sun: Milder & sunny – High 54°F, Low 35°F
• Mon: Mild & mostly sunny – High 65°F, Low 37°F
• Tue: Sunny – High 64°F, Low 40°F

(See the National Weather Service for live updates.)

Why Cold Snaps Crack Pipes & Kill Furnaces

Extreme cold freezes water in your pipes — expanding it and cracking lines, flooding your home. Older furnaces run non-stop in these temps, risking breakdowns just when you need heat the most.

Fixy’s Tip: Most emergency calls during a Wichita freeze are burst pipes & failed furnaces — both avoidable with quick prep.

Prevent Frozen Pipes & Furnace Breakdowns

• ✅ Insulate exposed pipes in basements, garages & exterior walls.
• ✅ Let faucets drip overnight to keep water moving.
• ✅ Keep your thermostat at 55°F or higher — even when away.
• ✅ Open cabinet doors under sinks to circulate warm air.
• ✅ Seal cold drafts around doors & windows.
• ✅ Schedule a furnace tune-up & change filters.
• ✅ Disconnect outdoor hoses & shut off outside water lines.

What To Do If Pipes Freeze or Heat Fails

If pipes freeze, shut off your main water line and call an emergency plumber. If your furnace stops, check the thermostat, replace the filter, and call for furnace repair.

Call Fixy’s Fast — 24/7 Plumbing & Furnace Help

Need help now? Contact PD Plumbing Heating and Cooling or call (316) 871-5499. Our licensed pros handle frozen pipes, urgent repairs & furnace emergencies — Wichita, Andover, El Dorado, Maize & Augusta.