Keeping You Pipes From Cold Weather and Freezing

Outdoor Spigot

Make sure to drain hose and unhook it from your outdoor faucet. During the colder temperatures, the water in your hose can freeze, causing the water in the pipes to crack. … By removing the hose, there is no water that is able to enter into the pipes. However, it is always a good idea to turn off the shut-off valve inside your home (if you have one, if not call Th Plumbing Pro) during the winter.

Irrigation System

Your sprinkler or irrigation systems should be fully drained, weatherized and completely shut off.

Identify your homes weakest links

Check your home for pipes in areas that might be possible freezing spots, such a crawl spaces, unheated rooms, basement, garages and exterior walls. Take the necessary steps to keep these areas heated enough so that they not freeze.

Locate your homes water shut off valve

Familiarize yourself with its location and how to operate the valve in case of an emergency.

Reduce your chances of having a problem

Eliminate the sources of cold air near water pipes by closing off crawl spaces. You can put plastic on windows to eliminate drafts and insulation in walls and attics. Even plugging drafts from around doors.

Protect your pipes

Wrap pipes that are exposed to cold with heat tap or insulation.

Open cabinets to improve heat

If you have pipes running through your cabinets or vanities open the doors to let warmer air into them, keeping pipes warm enough to no freeze.

Keep water moving

By keeping a small trickle of water running from your faucet can keep your pipes from freezing too