FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Checklist for Preparing for a Freeze
-Guard Your Water Pipes-Make sure you insulate the hose bibs
-Keep Water Flowing- If any of your indoor faucets are located on exterior walls that aren't adequately insulated, set your faucets to a slow drip whenever temperatures dip well below freezing. This is usually necessary only during especially bitter cold spells. Faucets and pipes located along exterior walls are especially susceptible to freezing. For maximum effectiveness, make sure both the hot and cold lines are opened slightly since both are vulnerable. Also, consider leaving cabinet doors open so your pipes will be warmed from the room air.
-Make sure you know where your water shut off is-Should a water line ever freeze and burst, you will need to shut off the home's water supply immediately.
-Cover your sprinkler system pressure vacuum breakers to prevent them from freezing and breaking
-If you will not be home or have a vacant home make sure the heat is turned on any where from 55-65 degrees to prevent your pipes from freezing.
-Verify you have good tire pressure in your vehicle tires. Colder temps normally decrease tire pressure.
-If you have an older car battery you may want to think about replacing it. Colder temps can cause vehicle battery failure.
-Don't forget about any outside animals. You may want to bring them in during the freeze.
-Cover your plants, vegetables and fruit plants
-If you own a watercraft don't forget to prepare the unit for a freeze.
-Make sure you keep your pool pump running to prevent pool equipment and plumbing from freezing.
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