01/24/2026
š¦Here are some HELPFUL TIPS for winterizing!š¦
šæInsulate Your Pipes:
Outdoor pipes are considered priority so tackle those first and then tackle indoor pipes.
š°Turn Off Outdoor Faucets:
Locate the isolation valves on the water lines leading to the external water supply. Once youāve turned off your outside water supply, open your outside faucets until all the water is drained. At the same time, disconnect your garden hoses and fittings from the hose bibbs.
šLet Your Closed-In Pipes Breathe:
Open up any cabinets that encase pipework in your kitchen and bathroom. Near to outside walls, these pipes can become cold, but by opening the cabinet doors, they can benefit from the warm air inside your house.
š°Run Your Faucets:
Itās harder for water to freeze if itās moving, so turn your taps on and off regularly to keep it flowing. If youāre worried about wasting water or the cost as youāre on a water meter, simply save the water to use later.
M-44391
512-538-7628
Texas State Board Of Plumbing Examiners
www.tsbpe.state.tx.us
P.O Box 4200
Austin Tx78765
