Plumbers - Cold Weather Equals Freezing Pipes

1st choice Plumbing LLC

December has already started out COLD!!! Prepare yourself and your home for the cold temperatures so you do not need to call a plumber!, if you do have a problem be sure and call 1st Choice Plumbing LLC, they are offering specials on freezing problems. Check them out on Facebook or find more info and deals at Makeitlocal. Read more to see tips to help you avoid freezing pipes........

1. Seal all air leaks that may let an icy blast reach your pipes.
2. Water pipes located next to an outside wall are often subjected to sub-freezing temperatures. Any plumbing located in a garage or any other unheated building is susceptible t.........o low temperatures. Any exposed pipes should be wrapped or insulated.
3. Keep the water meter box lid closed to prevent the meter from freezing. 
4. Don't forget outside faucets. Turn off valves to outside faucets and then drain any water in the faucets. If there are no valves to outside faucets, they may be protected by insulating them and then placing a plastic bag over them to protect the insulation.
5. Pipes in cabinets could be located against an outside wall. Even if these pipes have been insulated, you should consider leaving the cabinet doors open to allow the heat in the room to keep them from freezing.
6. If your house has a crawl space located under it, close all air vents located in the foundation wall. This will prevent the pipes in the crawl space from being exposed to the cold air.
7. If you plan an extended vacation during cold weather, have the water turned off at the meter. Then, you may drain your water pipes, turn off the water heater and other water using devices, to give your pipes extra protection from freezing. 
8. Please note: 1st Choice Plumbing is not responsible for any of these tips listed above.