Prevent Pipe Burst by Letting Taps Drain in Freezing Weather

Freezing weather means you should prepare your home for the winter . This old home recommends keeping the pipes running through the outer walls from bursting by allowing water to flow in a thin trickle through them.

When doing this, use a rope so that the sound of the dripping tap does not annoy you . This is probably not an ideal long-term solution – in the future, you can take preventive measures such as additional insulation in attics, basements and basements – but it will prevent those pipes from freezing when things get risky. With professional help, you can also move pipes into your home. To find out more about winter solutions for your home, check out the full publication at the link below.

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