Avoid Bursting Pipes This Winter

10/28/2019 (Permalink)

This flooded basement was caused by a floor drain blockage.

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7 Helpful Tips to Avoid Bursting Pipes This Winter

Outdoor Tips:

• Wrap outside faucets.
• Caulk around pipes where they enter the house.
• Disconnect garden hoses.
• Drain in-ground sprinkler systems

Indoor Tips:

• Let a stream of water run if the temperature dips below freezing.
• Open cupboard doors in the kitchen and bathrooms. 
• Shut off and drain your water system if you are leaving the house for several days.