Preparing for colder weather

As the colder weather settles into Central Texas here are a few tips to help keep your pipes from freezing.

• Insulate exposed pipes and hose bibs, backflow prevents for irrigation systems.
• Keep garage doors closed,some homes contain water softeners and filtration in their garage that can freeze if not insulated. 
• Leave cabinets on exterior walls with plumbing opened( be sure to secure any chemical that may be underneath to keep out of reach from children and pets.)
• You can also leave fixtures on a drip that may be facing an exterior wall to prevent pipes in the walls from freezing.

These few tips can help keep you with water when the temperature falls below freezing.  If you are concerned that your plumbing has froze and are without water please contact our office at 512-858-7897.