Pipe Protection: 4 Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes

January 6, 2017by Lasiter & Lasiter

While the winters in Texas tend to be mild, we still get our fair share of freezing weather. When cold weather approaches the DFW area, we need to prepare our homes. Frozen pipes are one thing to watch out for. By not taking preventative action, frozen pipes can wreck havoc on our homes, costing money and frustration. Knowing the proper winter plumbing maintenance will ensure your pipes are intact all season. Here are four tips to protect your home from Frozen pipes.

Pipe Protection: 4 Tips for Winter Plumbing Maintenance

Let Your Faucet Drip

This is a pretty common one, but it is still important. Letting your kitchen and bathroom faucets drip will move water along the pipes, making it harder for frozen pipes to happen.

Open Up Your Cupboards

It seems a little bit odd, but opening up the cupboards where there is pipe can prevent frozen pipes. The warm air that circulates through your home will be able to reach the pipes under the sink.

Disconnect Outside Water Hoses

We tend to forget about our outside hoses in the winter, but if there is leftover water in the hose, it can travel into the pipes and freeze. Shut off water lines and disconnect the hoses to prevent unnecessary damage.

Keep Your House Warm At All Times

When you’re not home you should always keep your temperature warm. Saving on your electric bill is important, but preventing frozen pipes is also crucial. If you’re out of town, you don’t want to come home to a burst pipe.

If your pipes freeze even after all proper precautions are taken, call Laister Plumbing at [nw_data field=phone] for leaks and repairs in Fort Worth, TX.

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