Here’s a simple, highly effective trick to prevent your pipes from freezing in winter: ❄️🚰
1. Keep Water Moving
- Let a small stream of water drip from faucets connected to vulnerable pipes.
- Why it works: Flowing water reduces pressure buildup and makes freezing less likely.
2. Open Cabinet Doors
- Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors where pipes are located.
- This allows warmer room air to circulate around the pipes.
3. Insulate Exposed Pipes
- Wrap pipes with foam pipe insulation or old towels.
- Pay extra attention to pipes in unheated areas like basements, attics, or garages.
4. Seal Gaps and Drafts
- Use caulk or foam to seal cracks in walls or floors where cold air can reach pipes.
- Even a small draft can significantly increase freezing risk.
5. Use Heat
- If extreme cold is expected, run a space heater safely near vulnerable pipes.
- Some people use heating tape designed for pipes—just follow safety instructions.
Extra Trick:
- Disconnect garden hoses and drain outdoor faucets.
- Water left in outdoor pipes can freeze and damage indoor plumbing if connected.
💡 Pro Tip:
Combine dripping faucets + pipe insulation + sealing drafts for a near-foolproof method to prevent frozen pipes.
If you want, I can make a “5-minute winter-proofing routine” that protects all your pipes at home before a cold snap hits.
Do you want me to do that?
