We are Winter Ready Ahead of Predicted Snowstorm

To minimize customer impacts, crews are working around the clock to repair all known water main breaks and leaks ahead of the storm. Systemwide preparations are underway to maintain service during the extreme cold.

Customers are encouraged to store water or shelf-stable beverages ahead of time in case of a service disruption caused by a break or loss of power.

Home Winterization Tips

It is important for homeowners to be mindful of the pipes inside their homes during extreme cold. WSSC Water is responsible for the water and sewer pipes in the street and the connections up to the property line. If a pipe freezes or breaks on private property or inside a home or business, it is the property owner’s responsibility to repair it.

• Locate and operate your main water shut off-valve. If a pipe breaks inside your home, this valve allows you to turn off the water.
• Turn off water to outside faucets, remove hoses, and drain pipes.
• Keep indoor temperatures above 55 degrees to help prevent frozen pipes.
• Consider insulation for pipes in colder areas of the home.
• During an extended cold snap:
• Leave a faucet running on a trickle when you’re home to keep water moving through the pipes.
• Open cabinet doors to expose pipes to your home’s warmth.

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