How to Protect Your Home in Extreme Cold

It’s cold outside. Most of the country is layering up for some icy weather. And while the Experts are always prepared to help, we’ve got a few HVAC and plumbing honey-dos to help you avoid those cold weather emergencies.

• • Disconnect those exterior water faucets.

• • Make sure you insulate exposed pipes and outdoor fixtures.

• • A slow drop in indoor sinks and bathrooms by outer walls can keep pipes from freezing.

• • Open up kitchen and bathroom cabinets underneath sinks to keep warm air flowing around pipes.

• • Keep an indoor temperature of at least 68 degrees (and warmer if possible).

• • Get those space heaters ready by testing them for proper operation.

• • If you have vents shut in unused rooms, open them now.

• • If your furnace is not working, contact the Experts for heating repairs or consider a new furnace install.

• • Last but not least, give those smoke and carbon monoxide detectors a quick check.

Follow these easy tips to keep your HVAC and plumbing warm and working. Then make yourself some hot chocolate. And, as always, Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is here for you. If you’ve got questions, concerns or problems, don’t hesitate to call.