Preventing Frozen Pipes In Town Of Lexington

Lexington SC

28 November, 2021

4:55 PM

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Press release from the Town of Lexington: November 24, 2021 Preventing Frozen Pipes Before winter sets in: Repair broken windows, doors & walls.Tightly close doors and windows to the outside.Insulate outside walls.Insulate your pipes and meters. Consult your local plumbing or hardware store about proper materials.Seal all leaks in crawl spaces and basements.Turn off water to outside faucets.Be prepared in case of frozen pipes. Store enough drinking water: one gallon per person, per day for at least three days. If a pipe freezes: Completely open the cold-water faucet closest to the pipe. (Relieves pressure and reduces the chance of breakage).If you decide to thaw the pipe yourself, use a hair dryer, NOT a blow torch.If in doubt, call a registered plumber for help. This press release was produced by the Town of Lexington. The views expressed here are the author's own.