Today’s chilly morning is a perfect reminder that when our actual winter arrives in the Hampton Roads area it will be sudden. You should take preventive actions before it's too late and it costs you a lot of money to repair frozen pipes. Plumbing experts at Norfolk Roto-Rooter recommend taking these early precautions before winter arrives. - Disconnect outside water hoses. If left connected during freezing temperatures, water in hoses will freeze and expand causing connecting faucets and pipes to break.
- Inspect outside faucets. If dripping or leaking, make necessary repairs or call Norfolk Plumbers before a freeze.
- Cover outside faucets using a faucet insulation kit.
- Set your water heater thermostat to 120° F for optimum performance while reducing the risk of scalding.
- Clear leaves and debris from roof gutters and downspouts to ensure proper drainage throughout the winter season.
Name: Norfolk Plumbers
It’s best to wrap water pipes in unheated areas such as the garage or crawl space before temperatures plummet. You can find pipe wrapping materials at any hardware or building supply store.
It’s a good thing you post this. I’ve been encountering some problem pertaining winter, especially in my home. I’ve tried your tips and it was a big help. Thanks.