When fall arrives, consider doing routine maintenance in your home’s plumbing. Autumn is an excellent time to prepare your home for the cold winter months. When prepping the home for fall and winter, pay close attention to the following:
- Gaps - If there are any gaps between your walls and pipes, now is a good time to seal them. Gaps allow cold air to infiltrate, making your home uncomfortable and will bring up energy costs. Weatherstripping, caulking, and insulation are what you’ll need to seal gaps.
- Outdoor Water Hoses - Do not keep your outdoor hoses connected and outside during the winter. Doing this may lead to frozen faucets and pipes.
- Insulation of Pipes - Ensure pipes located in non-heated areas are well insulated to prevent them from freezing.
- Outdoor Faucets - While checking your outdoor water hoses, be sure to inspect any outdoor faucets as well. If you notice any drips or leaks, now is the time to fix them. Once the issue is resolved, cover and insulate the faucet.
- Water Heaters - Your water heater will work overtime during the colder months. Make sure it’s running efficiently by having the tank completely flushed. Doing this removes any sediment buildup.
- Sump Pumps - When exposed to extreme temperatures, a sump pump may freeze. Avoid this issue from occurring by thoroughly inspecting your sump pump and ensuring it’s properly insulated.
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Preparing your home’s plumbing in the fall helps to prevent any issues in the winter. However, no matter how much you prep, you may still find yourself dealing with a plumbing emergency. If this happens, call us for a trained plumber in NYC.
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