With another bitter cold spell forecast for this weekend, you may want to consider insulating any exposed water pipes in crawl spaces and pipes in outside walls. Water pipes that burst when frozen can result in water leaks and damage in your home.
Some winterizing options include:
- Shut off your water and drain the fixture. Shutting off the water to your outdoor fixtures is an effective way to prevent frozen pipes.
- to wrap all of your exposed pipes with foam sleeves.
- For fixtures on outside walls, consider leaving the cupboard door open to allow air to circulate.
Leaving a trickle of water from the faucet can also help to prevent a freeze up.