Home Improvement / January 22, 2021
The cold season of winter is here, and it is time to winterize your home to prevent and lessen your worries about frozen pipes. Our reliable craftspeople have gathered a number of tips for our valued customers about how to prevent frozen pipes this winter season.
Insulation
To avoid frozen pipes in the winter, it is important to know where your water pipes are in your home. For example, if you have any pipes in the basement that run along an outer wall, it is important to provide those areas of your home with proper or even extra insulation to prevent too much heat loss and a possible freeze due to it being a cold area of your home. Properly insulating your home will also help control how your home maintains its temperature and can save you on expensive energy bills if done properly.
Deep-Freezes
In the occurrence of a deep-freeze where temperatures outside are near or below zero, it is important to make sure you have at least one tap in your home running. This is important to make sure the water in your home is always open and moving, so nothing stays too cold in the frozen weather. This activity will keep away frozen pipes. For example, keep one tap/ faucet in your home on enough to drip during those deep freezes to avoid the possibility of frozen pipes.
Outdoor Hoses
When thinking about pipes in your home, do not forget about the outdoor connections as well. For example, be sure to winterize by removing and disconnecting all water hoses, turn off all outdoor faucets and spigots to avoid frozen or burst pipes.
Here are three tips about frozen pipes that will help you and your family winterize and prepare for the coming season. As the temperature drops, it is important to keep an eye on your home and make sure you are ready for the winter months.
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