Call Now (281) 488-0296People often think of Texas as being warm all year round. At Alliance Plumbing, we know those cold snaps can happen often, and when they do, they can cause extensive property damage if you’re not prepared. Here are a few simple tips for homeowners to prepare for the fall in Texas.
Insulate your water pipes
It’s crucial to protect your home’s pipes from freezing and bursting. Otherwise, you risk facing water damage and costly repairs. It’s also best to prepare your home before the temperatures drop.
Before a winter storm, ensuring your pipes are protected is one of the most important things to do. It’s good to check for unheated areas with indoor pipes, such as your garage, attic, or basement. Then, you need to make sure your pipes are insulated.
Here are some ways to insulate your water pipes:
- Pipe-wrap insulation: This is an inexpensive way to insulate your water pipes and can be found at most hardware stores.
- Heat tape: This is a cable that can run the length of your pipes and plugs into an outlet. These are only useful if your home has power and should be installed by professionals.
- Old clothes and blankets: In a bind and need insulation fast? This is the best option if you’re already in the middle of a freeze and want to protect your pipes. You can affix it using duct tape.
Though water pipe insulation is a good way to prepare for the cold months, it’s not very DIY-friendly. Call the trained professionals at Alliance Plumbing Services today at (833) 374-2920, and we can do the hard work for you!
Drain your water hoses
If you haven’t already, disconnect and drain all the water from your hoses. Otherwise, they can freeze, expand, and break. The same goes for any outdoor sprinkler systems that may water your grass during the rest of the year. Drain and disconnect.
If your washing machine is in an unheated garage, it’s also a good idea to turn off the water in that area.
Contact Alliance Plumbing Services today, and we can help you prepare your home for fall in Texas. Give us a call at (833) 374-2920.
Keep your faucets dripping
When your water is moving, it makes it more difficult to freeze. Therefore, leave your faucets dripping to ensure that the water is moving. It may seem like an expensive habit to get into, but it’ll save you major money in the long run!
Check your water heater for leaks
If your water heater has leaks, you will notice it in your energy bills, the water temperature, and possibly by the leaks themselves.
Have your entire plumbing system inspected before it gets too cold
We’re here to help with all your plumbing needs. At Alliance Plumbing, we offer a wide range of plumbing services, so we can fix any issue we encounter to ensure your plumbing system is prepared.
Bonus tip:
Winterize your swimming pool if you have one
Alliance Plumbing Services can help with anything you need; all you have to do is call (833) 374-2920!