It’s not uncommon for cold weather to bring ice with it to North Texas, and that doesn’t only cause problems for traffic. It’s also possible for the water in your pipes to freeze, creating serious issues if not handled quickly. You may be asking yourself, “Won’t frozen pipes thaw on their own?” Eventually, of course, […]
Winterizing Plumbing Articles
5 Steps You Can Take to Keep Your Pipes from Freezing
With the onset of winter and falling temperatures, it’s wise to think about your plumbing and the steps required to protect your pipes from the cold weather. Freezing temperatures, winter storms, and ice build-up happen even in North Texas, and your pipes aren’t immune to the inconvenience and damage of frozen pipes. Fortunately, a few […]
Follow This Home Maintenance Checklist to Keep Your Home Perfect Through Every Season
Keeping your home in good condition can require quite a bit of work, and it can be hard to keep track of everything that needs to be done. Some tasks, such as testing smoke alarms or replacing HVAC filters, should be repeated as frequently as once a month. Some jobs need doing far less frequently. […]
Winter Challenges: Frozen Pipes
The cold winter months can be bad news for your plumbing, especially if you plan to go away on a winter vacation. Low temperatures can cause frozen pipes, limiting your supply and potentially causing costly damage. Fortunately, if you take a few simple precautions, you can protect your home from a plumbing disaster and relax […]
Three Ways to Use Your Outdoor Space well into Autumn and Winter
As the weather grows cooler, the outdoor areas of your property rapidly become less hospitable. However, remaining indoors throughout the autumn and winter months is impractical and often undesirable. Making this area of your home welcoming once again is not as difficult as one might expect. Here are three ways you can utilize the space […]
Winterizing Pipes – A Simple Guide to Doing It Right
The past few weeks, the Dallas-Fort Worth area has seen chilly temperatures, but let’s be honest: We haven’t seen frigid temperatures as of yet. This all may change as we prepare for this winter. The months of January and February traditionally are the months where Texas feels more like upstate New York and less like […]