The American Red Cross offers several tips for preventing frozen pipes and how to thaw them, in the worst-case scenario. Keep garage doors closed if there are water supply lines in the garage.

the American Red Cross issued the following information on how to prevent frozen water pipes and what to do if a freeze happens: Water has a unique property in that it expands as it freezes.

One of the leading causes of springtime water damage is water entering the home through cracks in the foundation. "The ...

Temperatures tanking to below-0 degrees this week could lead to a costly issue inside homes across the Chicago area: frozen or bursting water pipes. "A little prevention now can save you from ...

Open kitchen and bathroom cabinets: Allowing warm air to circulate around exposed pipes can help prevent freezing. Let faucets drip: Running a slow trickle of water can keep pipes from freezing.

Water leaks are always troublesome, but burst pipes create instant and sometimes long-lasting damage to a home. As freezing temperatures and snow hit parts of Oregon on Thursday, it’s time to ...

Frozen pipes can cause costly damage and disrupt water supply during cold weather. Here are expert-recommended steps to help prevent pipes from freezing and to address issues if they do.

Running water through the pipe even at a trickle helps prevent pipes from freezing. If you plan to be away during cold weather, leave the heat no lower than 55 degrees in your home. For the long ...

LOOKS TO BE SIMILAR. TEMPER This is the temperature when you need to run the water in your faucets to avoid your pipes from freezing.According to an engineering study published in 1996 ...