Excellent advice from The McMahon Agency- a local insurance company:
The weather forecast next week calls for plummeting temperatures with winds blowing 15-20 miles an hour. This is a recipe for broken pipes! It’s crucial to prepare your property—whether it’s your primary home, secondary residence, or commercial building.
If you have a secondary home, your house is probably already winterized, but if not, you need to get to your home or have a friend who can stop by, to prepare the building. Don’t forget any outdoor water lines, like outdoor showers, to make sure they are off.
Frozen pipe claims are not fun; neither is coming to the shore in the middle of the winter to have to repair your house due to costly water damage. Here are a few simple steps can help you avoid unnecessary stress and expenses.
How to prevent frozen pipes:
Maintain indoor temperatures at 65°F or higher, even if the property is unoccupied.
Turn off water in secondary homes and don’t forget to turn off your hot water heater as well.
Keep garage doors closed, especially if you have water supply lines in the garage.
Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate around pipes.
Seal air leaks near pipes and insulate pipes in attics, crawl spaces and pipes close to outside walls.
Disconnect outdoor hoses and shut off exterior water supply lines.
What to do if a pipe bursts:
Turn off the main water supply immediately. It’s a good idea to locate this valve ahead of time.
Move valuables and electronics away from the affected area to prevent further damage.
Contact a plumber to assess and repair the damage.
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Winter Weather at the Shore
Excellent advice from The McMahon Agency- a local insurance company:
The weather forecast next week calls for plummeting temperatures with winds blowing 15-20 miles an hour. This is a recipe for broken pipes! It’s crucial to prepare your property—whether it’s your primary home, secondary residence, or commercial building.
If you have a secondary home, your house is probably already winterized, but if not, you need to get to your home or have a friend who can stop by, to prepare the building. Don’t forget any outdoor water lines, like outdoor showers, to make sure they are off.
Frozen pipe claims are not fun; neither is coming to the shore in the middle of the winter to have to repair your house due to costly water damage. Here are a few simple steps can help you avoid unnecessary stress and expenses.
How to prevent frozen pipes:
What to do if a pipe bursts: