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Winter Storm Prep: Expert Tips to Prevent Burst Pipes

KHOU 11January 22, 20264 min6,468 views
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Preparing Your Home for Winter Storms

  • πŸ’‘ Preparation is key for winter storms, with today and tomorrow being the crucial days to get your home ready.
  • 🏠 Focus on outdoor pipes and spigots as they are particularly vulnerable to freezing.

Protecting Outdoor Faucets and Spigots

  • πŸ’§ Disconnect hoses from spigots and store them in the garage to prevent water collection and freezing.
  • πŸ›‘οΈ Use insulated bags or protectors designed for hose spigots, available at hardware stores, or consult a plumber.
  • πŸ› οΈ As a DIY method, wrap spigots with towels and waterproof tape or a plastic bag to block moisture and prevent the towels from getting wet.

Insulating Sprinkler Systems

  • ❄️ For sprinkler systems, shut off the main valves and then bleed the bleeder valves to drain any remaining water.
  • 🧣 After bleeding, wrap the backflow preventer with towels and a heavy-duty garbage bag, securing with tape to prevent moisture from entering.

DIY Pipe Insulation Methods

  • 🧽 If materials are scarce, pool noodles can be cut to size and taped around pipes for insulation.
  • πŸ”‘ The main goal is to keep the piping insulated and protected from the cold.

Locating Your Main Water Shut-Off Valve

  • 🚨 It is critical to know the location of your main shut-off valve, either at the meter or on the side of the house.
  • πŸ†˜ This valve is essential for shutting off water immediately in case of an emergency, such as a burst pipe, to prevent further damage.
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