Plumbing Tips for Homeowners During Winter:
Avoid frozen pipes. During winter, it is advisable that you keep an eye on water pressure; and the first sign that your water pipes are frozen is restricted water flow. When you notice this, it is important that you act fast.
During the evening when temperatures are coldest, let the water trickle from the faucets at a width that’s slightly smaller than a pencil’s. This will help prevent freezing since moving water doesn’t freeze.
During winter,
drain outdoor pipes and disconnect garden hoses to protect them from getting damaged. Garden hoses that are left connected can have ice forming in/on them during cold snaps, leading to pressure building up in water lines inside your home. When this occurs, a water line break or leak could occur and could cause severely damage your home plumbing
After you have disconnected your garden hoses, consider installing an…
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