The sub-freezing temperatures of winter can be rough on a plumbing system. The temperature does not have to be below 32 degrees for long time before pipes begin to freeze. And when pipes freeze and burst it can cost a lot of money to repair and the water damage caused by such an incident can easily run into the thousands. A pipe that has only an eighth of an inch long crack can leak over 200 gallons of water in just one day. That’s a lot of water that can cause major damage to the property. The best protection against these types of damages is to properly winterize your home long before winter begins. A little bit of prevention can go a long ways against incurring these extra costs; not to mention the frustrations that must be dealt with during these life-disrupting happenings. Here are the top ten winter plumbing tips to help save any homeowner money, time and frustration. For more information about plumbing please visit, http://netlz.corank.com/tech/story/winter-Plumbing-Tips
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Unhook outdoor water hoses in the winter to prevent the water supply from freezing and causing flooding or water damage.
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Turn the outdoor faucets off inside and outside the house.
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Thoroughly insulate pipes that run along exterior walls or are under bathroom and kitchen cabinets.
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Insulate pipes that are in areas that are unheated like the attic, crawlspaces or basement.
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If you are going to be gone for any length of time during the winter months, leave the heat set at no lower than 60 degrees.
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If the electricity, or your heat, is off for a long period of time turn off the main water valve and open all the faucets.
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Keep cabinet doors under sinks open to help circulate some warmer air in the area.
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Make sure to run water through every valve in the house during the winter months to help prevent freezing.
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When the temperature drops down leave indoor faucets dripping to prevent pipes from freezing.
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Insulate outdoor plumbing fixtures or use lamps to keep them warm. (Make sure it is at a safe distance)
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