Winter is here, and with it comes the annual concerns for frozen or burst pipes and other potential weather-related damage to your home. But you can mitigate those risks and avoid costly repairs by knowing how best to prepare your home for the elements. American Water Resources has some handy tips and warning signs to keep in mind this winter.
Check on your heating system
As winter weather starts to set in, it's important to make sure homeowners are up to date on all seasonal home maintenance tasks - including their heating system. Without proper checkups and upkeep, home heating systems can not only begin to break down, but can pose a threat to the household. Failure to update and maintain a heating system can lead to an increase in air pollutants, house fires and even carbon monoxide poisoning.
What to do if your pipes freeze
Some handy tools for the future