With temperatures plunging into the negatives, preventing your pipes from freezing is important. Frozen pipes can lead to serious damage to your home and be a huge mess to clean up, not to mention the bill that comes with it! In this article, we will talk about some preventative measures a homeowner can take to help with frozen pipes.
Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing
Freezing pipes can be a costly rep. The price could be upwards of $5,000! Here are some things you can do to prevent your pipes from freezing.
Keep Garage Door Closed
If pipes are connected or going through your garage, keeping your garage door closed is a good idea. This will help regulate the temperature in the garage and keep the cold air from coming inside and freezing your pipes.
Open Cabinet Doors
Opening kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors will let warmer air from your home circulate the plumbing under the sinks. While doing this, make sure to move any cleaners and chemicals out of the reach of small children and pets. Safety first!
Keep The Water Flowing
When the weather is frigid outside, keeping the water flowing from your faucet lets the cold water drip from the drain, keeping the water moving and preventing the water from settling and freezing.
Keep The Thermostat above 55 Degrees
Keeping the thermostat set to the same temperature during the day and night will help with frozen pipes. Temporarily lowering the temperature at night may save you money on your power bill, but it will lead to a higher chance of your pipes freezing. Not lowering nighttime temperatures may lead to a higher heating bill, but you can prevent costly repairs if pipes freeze and burst. Also, If you know you will be leaving the home for an extended period of time during cold weather, leave the heat at a reasonable temperature in your home, set to a temperature no lower than 55° F.
Waterproofing Your Basement
Waterproofing your basement will help if your pipes do end up freezing and bursting in your basement. Having proper drainage, backup sump pumps and waterproofing membranes will guard your basement against water damage.
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