HOUSTON (KIAH) — As we settle into cold temperatures and freezing temperatures trend overnight, it’s best to take advantage of daylight hours to protect your pipes. Local authorities and those at American Water are providing step-by-step instructions as and recommendations to protect your pipes. Here is some of that helpful information on what you need to do ahead of the cold weather.
- Check sprinkler or irrigation systems – make sure you’ve turned everything off and fully drain the system.
- Identify your home’s freezing points – check your home for pipes in areas that might be prone to freezing.
- Know how to shut off your water – Locate your main water shut off valve.
- Strengthen your defenses – Eliminate sources of cold air near water lines.
- Protect your pipes – Where pipes are exposed to cold, wrap them.
Keep water working by maintaining a small trickle. Also, giving a helping hand to those in need, including neighbors who may need their water turned off would be a great courtesy to support your community.