How to Protect Your Home in Extreme Cold

It’s cold outside. Much of the country is layering up for some below freezing weather. And while the Experts are always ready to help, have a few HVAC and plumbing honey-dos to help you avoid those winter weather emergencies.

  • Disconnect all exterior water connections.
  • Insulate exposed pipes and outdoor fixtures.
  • A slow drop in indoor sinks and bathrooms by exterior walls can prevent pipes from freezing.
  • Open up kitchen and bathroom cabinets under sinks to keep warm air flowing around pipes.
  • Keep an indoor temperature of at least 68 degrees (and warmer if possible).
  • Get those space heaters ready by checking them for proper operation.
  • If you have vents shut in unused rooms, now is the time to open them.
  • If your furnace is not functional, contact the Experts for heating repairs or consider a new furnace install.
  • Last but not least, give those smoke and carbon monoxide detectors a quick check.

Follow these easy tips to keep your HVAC and plumbing warm and working. Then make yourself some hot chocolate. And, as always, Komfort Air Service Experts is here for you. If you have questions, concerns or problems, don’t hesitate to call.