Foam tape is a type of pressure-sensitive self-adhesive tape that comes in various forms and is made from foam material.

Heat tape is the go-to product for preventing exposed pipes in your crawl space or on the outside of your house from bursting in the winter. You should never install it on pipes behind walls or hidden in walls or ceilings. Choose the right kind of tape for your pipes — tape intended for metal pipes could melt PVC. Once you have the right tape, installing it is easy

Step 2: Wrap the Tape
Many brands of heat tape are designed to simply wrap around the pipe, but some must be attached with electrical tape. Check the manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging. Avoid crossing the heat tape over itself when wrapping — this could produce an area of excessively high