Winter home preparation can take as little as an hour: check the furnace, insulate exposed pipes, disconnect hoses, test alarms, and seal drafts before freezing weather arrives.
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Prioritize heating, plumbing, alarms, and draft prevention.
Essential Concepts Outdoor faucet covers help reduce freeze risk, but they work best with hose removal, line drainage, and any available interior shutoff. Even frost-free faucets can freeze in hard cold or wind, so cover them before sustained freezing weather.
Continue readingFrozen pipes can burst without warning in winter cold spells, so simple steps like insulating exposed lines, sealing drafts, and keeping a steady indoor temperature can prevent costly damage. If a pipe freezes, shut off the water at once and thaw it with safe heat, not an open flame.
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Insulate pipes, seal leaks, open cabinet doors, keep heat steady, shut off water fast
Get your home winter-ready with a few simple plumbing steps that can help prevent frozen pipes, leaks, and costly damage. From insulating exposed pipes to testing sump pumps and draining outdoor hoses, these easy fall tasks can save you stress and money all season long.
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Cold weather can turn outdoor plumbing problems into costly burst pipes and water damage, but a little winter prep goes a long way. Shut off exterior valves, drain hoses and sprinkler lines, and insulate exposed pipes and faucet covers to help protect your home all season long.
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