How do I prevent frozen pipes?
By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®
Insulate pipes in unheated areas like basements, attics, and crawl spaces. Let faucets drip during extreme cold to keep water moving. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate. Keep your thermostat at a consistent temperature day and night. Seal any cracks or gaps where cold air enters.
Why It Matters
Frozen pipes can burst and cause catastrophic water damage. Prevention is simple and far less expensive than repairing a burst pipe.
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