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As cooler weather approaches, it’s important to make sure that your household plumbing system is prepared to handle the change in temperature. By taking a few precautionary steps, you can rest assured that you won’t have to deal with any unpleasant surprises in the coming months. If you haven’t yet made any adjustments to your plumbing, now is an opportune time to do so.

Here are some useful tips to help transition your unit from one season to the next:

  • plumbingDisengage Outdoor Systems: If you have a sprinkler system timed to water your lawn during the warmer months, it’s essential to disconnect it at the turn of the season. If it stays connected to the water source, it could freeze and possibly flood your lawn. Similarly, a garden hose left connected to the water source can cause pipes to freeze, expand, and eventually break. This could also pose a flooding threat.
  • Inspect Water Heater: Your hot water heater is your home’s savior when temperatures begin to drop outside. If it’s not in proper working order, you may pay the price in the form of cold showers or lengthy wait times for a plumbing repair professional. Inspect it before it gets too cold outside, and call a plumber immediately if you notice suspicious symptoms, such as leaks or loud noises.
  • Insulate the Pipes: It’s never a good time to experience a flooded basement, but when it comes as the result of burst pipes during inclement cold weather, it’s even more difficult to handle. You can prevent the problem from occurring by insulating your pipes with foam rubber, which protects both indoor and outdoor pipes from freezing and ensures that you’ll enjoy warm water throughout the season.

 

Preparing your plumbing for cooler weather is important. Get in touch with the plumbers at James Carboni Plumbing & Heating, of North Franklin, CT, to schedule a maintenance appointment and inspection today. Visit the company’s website to learn more about their residential plumbing services, or give them a call at (860) 642-7847 to schedule an appointment.

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