protecting pipes in cold weather: As Cold Weather Sets In: - 11/15/12 04:54 AM
As cold weather sets in know:
Know what areas of your home, such as basements, crawl spaces, unheated rooms, and outside walls, are most vulnerable to freezing. Eliminate sources of cold air near water lines by fixing windows, insulating walls, closing off crawl spaces and eliminating drafts near doors. Know where your main water shut-off valve is located. If a pipe freezes or bursts, shut the water off immediately. Protect your pipes and water meter. Wrap exposed pipes with insulation or an electrical pipe heater; newspaper or fabric may work also work. Keep the lid closed tightly on your meter and … (0 comments)