As temperatures drop, the risk of frozen pipes increases in your home. If your pipes freeze, they may burst, causing severe damage. To prevent frozen pipes this winter, follow these tips:
- Set your thermostat to at least 55 F-the lower the temperature of your home, the more likely your pipes will freeze.
- Insulate exposed pipes with insulation materials such as foam rubber or fiberglass sleeves.
- Open any cabinets that contain exposed pipes to allow warm air from your home to circulate around the pipes.
- Allow your water faucets to drip to help relieve pressure in the pipes and prevent them from bursting.
- Seal any cracks in the foundation or any outside walls to prevent cold air from seeping into your home.
- Locate all shut-off valves so, if a pipe were to burst, you could quickly turn off water to prevent water damage.
To make sure your home or apartment is protected year-round, give one of our agents a call at 716-675-2100.