A method for removing condensate from a steam line during a cold startup is provided, including introducing a dip tube in a substantially vertical orientation within a substantially vertical section of a steam line, wherein the dip tube includes a proximal end and a distil end, immersing the distil end within a volume of condensate, connecting the proximal end to a removal conduit external to the steam line, and removing at least a portion of the condensate through the removal conduit.