If it’s possible, use an indoor valve to shut off and drain water from pipes leading to outside faucets. This reduces the chance that pipes inside your house will freeze. Should you lose heat at ...

Before the temperature drops below 32 degrees, outdoor water spigots attached to homes should be opened to allow to drain water out. Faucet covers should also be put on. Pipes exposed to "severe ...

Remove hoses from outside faucets. Insulate outdoor faucets with a commercial Styrofoam cover, towels, rags or paper. Know where the main water valve is located at your residence and how to turn ...

Before the temperature drops below 32 degrees, outdoor water spigots attached to homes should be opened to allow to drain water out. Faucet covers should also be put on. Pipes exposed to "severe ...

Homes & Gardens addressed the issue of when to drip your faucets to prevent pipes from freezing. Plumbing expert Jake Romano provided some advice to the magazine. "When the temperature falls below ...