What is winterizing in plumbing?

Winterizing in plumbing involves draining the water heater, draining all the water from pipes, and filling fixtures with antifreeze solution to protect against freezing and pipe bursts during extreme cold temperatures.

Do you need to winterize pipes?

Yes, it is important to winterize your pipes in order to prepare for cold weather and avoid costly damages.

How to winterize a house?

Prepare your home for the colder months by setting the temperature to 55°F or higher, cleaning gutters and inspecting the roof and attic, checking the chimney, weatherproofing windows and doors, protecting pipes, servicing the HVAC system, and adding weather stripping measures. Additionally, seal cracks, install an emergency release, keep it cozy and check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

What are some outdoor plumbing winterization tips?

Take action to winterize outdoor plumbing by retrofitting faucets, disconnecting hoses, shutting off and draining water pipes, installing shut-off valves and winterizing sprinkler systems.