Cutler Heights and Frozen Pipes

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by Paul Saulnier 1/17/12

The first cold snap since Cutler Heights opened created an unexpected problem for residents and management yesterday. The pipes in the attic froze and burst, sending water down on the apartments below.

Chief Cassidy logged this report:

"The Holliston Fire Department responded to Cutler Heights at 2:31 PM for a report of water leaking through the ceiling of a unit on the third floor. Upon investigation, it was determined there was a frozen sprinkler pipe in the attic. Fire personnel isolated sections of the sprinkler system impacted by the break, and worked with representatives of the management company and a cleanup company to minimize damage to the impacted units. The last of the department personnel cleared the scene at 5:12 PM".

According to Jon Juhl, developer of the building which is still under warranty, the pipes which burst are part of the fire protection system of the building. The system is designed as a "dry system", meaning that the pipes are filled with air under pressure which keeps water out of the lines until the system detects a fire, at which time a valve opens, sending water into the area in need of water.

The system was tested and approved before occupancy and there was no indication that water had entered the lines. A faulty valve could be the cause but the builder has been informed and an investigation is underway.

Julh told HollistonReporter.com that the water caused the most damage to two units on the top floor and less damage to four units on the lower floors. Much of the water travelled along the outside walls and corridor walls. Depending on the extent of the damage, tenenants in the two units hardest hit by the water may have to be accomodated elsewhere while repairs are made.

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