Baby, it’s Cold Outside – Hot Tips for Winterizing Your Home!

December 9, 2013

During the current winter weather conditions we recommend you do the following to protect your home and your pipes from freezing:

Close foundation vents around the base of your home when the temperature is below 20º F then open them once above 20º F if they are around a water area (i.e. exterior hose spicket, etc.)
Leave a little water dripping from inside faucets
If you have plumbing that runs along an outside wall, be sure to leave cabinets open & wrap exposed pipes with insulation, as well as wrapping any exterior pipes with insulation
If you water heater is in the garage, keep the garage door closed
Disconnect hoses from outside the home

Don’t forget you can always visit www.cbhhomes.com and check out all our DIY How-To Videos on caring for your shiny, new, awesome CBH Home!