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Before It Gets Cold

1: Insulate.

Cover any exposed pipes in your home’s crawl space, attic and garage. If you have a well, be sure that the cover or pump house is sufficiently insulated.

2: Seal.

Close any openings that could allow cold air to move around water pipes.

3: Disconnect.

Remove all garden hoses from your outdoor hose bibs.

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