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Good afternoon,
Winter will arrive later this week in North Texas! Get prepared for freezing temperatures, some potential freezing rain or snow, and lots of arctic air.
Your Association team will monitor the weather, and if the community's school district closes for the weather, it is anticipated that the association will also be closed for the day. However, the Association team will still be available via e-mail and phone.
As the temperature keeps dropping, we are sharing some helpful tips to prepare your home for overnight freezes later this week.
In order to prevent your pipes from freezing, please review the suggestions below:
Keep the Heat On:
Make sure the heat is on and kept no lower than 60 degrees. Try to keep thermostat settings as consistent as possible during the day and the night, even if you're not home.
Allow the Faucet to Drip:
Let the hot and cold faucet drip slightly. Allowing the faucet to be open like this relieves pressure in the system. Even if it's only a small trickle, running water carries more internal energy than standing water. The friction created by the moving water produces a small amount of heat, making it harder to freeze. This movement helps prevent ice blockages from forming in your plumbing.
Keep Interior Doors Open:
Pipes are often located in cabinets. When the temperature drops, it is a good idea to leave cabinet doors open, which allows the heat from the rest of the house to keep the pipes warm as well. This is especially important if the plumbing is located on an outside wall. It would help if you also kept all interior doors open so that the heat can flow throughout the home.
Add Extra Insulation:
Disconnect all exterior water hoses and wrap your faucet/pipes with insulation. You can also use a faucet cover, which can be purchased at your local hardware store. Look for other areas around the home where water supply lines are located in unheated areas. Examples of this may include in the garage or under kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Both hot and cold water pipes in these areas should be insulated.
We hope you stay warm, safe, and happy.
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