{"id":10322,"date":"2024-12-20T14:06:05","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T22:06:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.gov.bc.ca\/emergencymanagement\/?p=10322"},"modified":"2025-02-21T14:51:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T22:51:19","slug":"prevent-your-pipes-from-freezing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.gov.bc.ca\/emergencymanagement\/prevent-your-pipes-from-freezing\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple ways to prevent your pipes from freezing this winter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Winter weather conditions can quickly become dangerous with little or no warning. PreparedBC\u2019s severe winter weather and storm preparedness guide<\/a> helps you learn how to prepare yourself, your home and your vehicle for winter conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When taking steps to prepare your home for cold temperatures it\u2019s important to know how to prevent your pipes from freezing. When it gets really cold, pipes can freeze and burst causing serious water damage. To minimize the risk of this happening, here are some simple ways to prevent pipes from freezing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maintain a warm temperature in your home, if possible<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Taking a vacation to hit the slopes or find some sun this winter? Set your thermostats no lower than 12 degrees Celsius to help keep your home warm and prevent your pipes from freezing. It\u2019s also a good idea to have someone come check in on your home while you\u2019re away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Turn off outside faucets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pipes that are exposed to severe cold like outdoor hoses and sprinkler lines are at higher risk of freezing. Shut off water flow to outdoor faucets. Remove hoses and sprinklers and store them until it\u2019s warmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insulate exposed pipes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Exterior pipes that are exposed to cold temperatures or interior pipes that are in areas of your home that aren\u2019t heated (attic, crawlspace, etc.) are at risk of freezing. Give them some extra warmth this winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insulating hot water pipes<\/a> also helps reduce the amount of energy lost from your hot water tank to your faucet. Insulating these pipes can reduce the risk of frozen pipes, offer energy savings and bring hot water to your faucet faster. A win-win-win.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Know how to shut off your water<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you do experience a burst pipe this winter, turn off your main water valve. Remember \u2013 righty tighty. Call a plumber for help with the next steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The importance of insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you rent or own, insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your loved ones and your belongings in the event of an emergency. Read our blog post about why insurance matters<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s to a warm and dry home this winter season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about how to prepare for severe winter weather and storms, visit: PreparedBC.ca\/WinterWeather<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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