Winter is on the way, and while the sound of colder temperatures may conjure up daydreams of sledding and snowball fights, freezing temperatures can also pose a serious threat to your home water supply. As the team at Holmes Water Treatment in Wentzville, MO, explains, taking a few precautions can keep your water supply safe all winter long.

Consider the following winter prep tips to protect your water supply:

• Keep It Flowing: One common danger during winter is when sitting water in unheated sections of your pipes freezes. This could eventually cause your pipes to burst, flooding your home and causing significant damage to your property. Keeping a slow trickle of water flowing through your faucets that are connected to these unheated pipes will reduce the risk of your water freezing.
• Insulation: Providing adequate insulation is key to preventing your pipes from freezing in the first place. Pipes in unheated crawl spaces or the basement are particularly vulnerable to freezing, and as such, should be wrapped with insulation sleeves to prevent heat loss. You may also wish to use an insulated blanket for your home’s water heater to protect it from cold temperatures in a basement or garage.
• Be Prepared: No matter how much you choose to insulate your home’s water supply and prevent winter mishaps, freezing temperatures could still freeze your pipes or cause your water heater not to work as it should. So, how do you prepare? Simply set aside several gallons of extra water as an emergency measure in preparation for the winter months. This way, your family will be prepared with an adequate water supply, even if a winter storm wreaks havoc with your pipes.

With water filtration services and more, Holmes Water Treatment can help your family enjoy safe, reliable drinking water. To learn more about the water treatment services, visit them online or call (636) 327-6404.