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Hey folks, thought you could use a reminder on some tips: To Prevent Frozen Pipes: • Wrap electrical heating tape on exterior pipes. Remove garden hoses from faucets. • Cover pipes with foam rubber or fiberglass insulation and secure it with tape. • Let cold and hot water faucets drip. Running water helps prevent freezing pipes and reduces pressure build up in them. • Inside the home, open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to promote warm air circulation around plumbing. • Leave the thermostat at the same temperature both day and night, at least 55°F. To Thaw Frozen Pipes: • Locate the problem pipe, if possible, and open a faucet. As the pipe thaws, running water aids the melting process. • Apply heat to the frozen section using a hand‐held hair dryer or portable electric space heater. Do not use a blow torch as it could cause the pipe to explode. Do not use a propane or kerosene heater as these are hazardous for indoor use. • If you are unable to locate or access the frozen pipe area, call a licensed plumber. • If all else fails and you experience a burst pipe that results in water damage, shut off the main water valve and contact a professional water damage restoration company with trained technicians and extraction, drying and dehumidifying equipment. CALL AIR AT 866-FIRE-770 If Water Damage Occurs, Tips for Clean‐Up: • Shut off the main water valve, if practical, and call a plumber to fix the leak. • Mop up standing water on flooring surfaces to prevent slip/fall hazards. If the burst pipe is overhead, drain ceiling cavities by punching “weep” holes. CALL AIR AT 866-FIRE-770