Freezing temperatures are expected to hit the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area this week. We wanted to provide you a list of things to check and maintain during these chilling days.
Unhook any outdoor water hoses to your faucets.
Wrap outdoor pipes and faucets with newspaper, foam, rags, or other insulating material.
Check hardware stores for insulation products that fit over outside water faucets.
Open doors under your sinks to provide warm air circulation.
Circulate the water in your home by dripping at least one sink.
Keep the temperature in your home in a warm setting.
If a leak is detected inside the home, shut off the water to the house immediately to prevent further damage and contact your plumber.
Inspect your fireplace and chimney
Stock up on supplies such as; firewood, batteries, and candles
Downloading The Weather Channel app could be a great resource to have. The app can be found in the Apple app store and the Google Play store.
