Winter Plumbing Prep: 6 Crucial Tips for Protecting Your Pipes from Freezing This Season
Winter in the Pacific Northwest can be unpredictable. One week it’s mild and rainy, the next we’re dealing with overnight freezes that can wreak havoc on your plumbing. While many homeowners focus on staying warm and weatherproofing windows, your plumbing system often gets overlooked and that can be a costly mistake.
Summer Plumbing Maintenance Tips
To keep your home’s plumbing in top shape this summer, inspect and repair leaky indoor and outdoor faucets to prevent water waste and high bills, and service your water heater by flushing sediment, setting it to 120°F, and checking for corrosion. Check your sprinkler system for clogs and inefficiencies, and inspect sewer lines for root blockages or signs of backups. Clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper drainage, and examine washing machine hoses for wear, replacing them with durable braided steel. Test outdoor spigots for freeze damage, install smart water leak detectors for early alerts, and know the location of your main shut-off valve to quickly stop water in emergencies. As a bonus, consider installing low-flow fixtures and exploring solar water heaters to conserve water and energy.
Snow?! Not at all, just RAIN
Not a lot of snow but surely a lot of rain As always trust the professionals at Brandons Family Plumbing & Backflow Services to assist you Contact Us HERE ARE 4 HELPFUL TIPS Gutters 1. Make sure to be checking on your gutters, make sure no debris is stuck to avoid future backups. Downspouts 2. […]