The risk of pipe damage increases significantly when temperatures drop below freezing. Here are a few preventative steps you ...
Plumbers say be sure not to let too much water run during freezing temperatures because water pressure could suffer.
When the weather is very cold outside, let the cold water drip from the faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe - even at a trickle - helps prevent pipes from freezing.
According to Southern Living, pipes have a temperature threshold of 20°F, meaning pipes will begin to freeze at this ...
Here are a few tips from Bristol Virginia Utilities: 1) Let Faucets Drip - Keep a small trickle of water running, especially ...
With the cold weather moving in, now is a good time to prep your home for the cold.
Burst pipes can occur when thawed water starts to flow through them, putting pressure on the sections of pipe that may still ...