Don't let your pipes freeze!

With winter right in front of us and temperatures suddenly dropping, protect your pipes from freezing by taking a few extra steps during the frigid cold!

1)      Identify pipes that are likely to freeze – certain pipes and sections of pipes are more likely to freeze, such as:

a.       Pipes running along exterior walls, especially in older homes that might not be insulated well!

b.      Pipes that run through crawl spaces

c.       Water supply area entering the house

2)      Insulate those pipes that are likely to freeze – consider pipe insulation which keep the pipes warm helping to prevent freezing

3)      Take measure to ensure pipes don’t freeze on even the coldest days by making sure water keeps flowing through them.  Run a few faucets throughout the house to keep water running through different sections of pipes, helping to prevent them from freezing.

4)      For homes that are vacant for the winter, this requires a more in-depth winterization process. For more information on this look for our video on cabin winterization.

If you find yourself with burst pipes in the Northern Colorado area, call Apex Rooter and Plumbing at (970)221-1274 or visit www.apexrooterandplumbing.com

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