TIPS to Protect your Home from FREEZING TEMPS
Posted by Leslie Hogan on
Prepare your home for subzero temps and strong winds this weekend!
Forecast is for single digit temps and a wind chill of -30!
Every year frozen pipes cause extensive water damage in RI - often in homes that are vacant for the winter. Â The good news is this damage is preventable. Â Here are some things to do prevent your pipes from freezing:
- SET HEAT TO AT LEAST 55 DEGREES
- IF YOU'RE NOT THERE, HAVE SOMEONE CHECK FOR HEAT AND COLD SPOTS EVERY DAY
- OPEN CABINET DOORS UNDERÂ SINKS TO HELP WARM AIR CIRCULATE
- MAKE SURE THE WATER TO OUTDOOR FAUCETS IS SHUT OFF
- KNOW WHERE YOUR WATER MAIN IS IN CASE YOU NEED TO SHUT IT OFF
- USE ALL YOUR PLUMBING FIXTURES AT LEAST ONCE DURING THE DAY
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