Now that autumn has arrived, it’s time to prep your home for winter. Adding insulation, caulking, and weather stripping are a few of the necessary tasks. But, plumbers often advise winterizing your pipes too. Below is a brief guide to why doing so is essential to your home’s safety and hiring a professional offers peace of mind.

What Threats Does Winter Pose?

Winters can be bitterly cold, and freezing temperatures will penetrate your exposed pipes. Once affected, you won’t have running water in your home until they thaw. Moreover, other serious problems may develop from this inconvenience.

Water expands as it freezes, placing a strain on your pipes. The issue, along with built-up water pressure, can cause even the most durable systems to burst. If this happens, you risk flooding and water damage that requires emergency plumbing and remediation services.

Why Enlist a Plumber for Winterizing?

Such damages are easily avoidable when you thoroughly winterize your plumbing. By adding insulation to the attic and crawl spaces, clearing out irrigation systems, and wrapping any exterior pipes, you keep the water running safely all season.

Even if you have a thorough checklist for this process, it’s wise to get an expert opinion. When you hire a plumber to winterize the house, they will inspect the property, potentially noting issues you overlooked. They offer years of experience and advanced tools for detailed and dependable work. For instance, a professional will cover any exposed pipes with quality insulation.

Do you need assistance winterizing your home? Wild West Plumbing Heating & Drain Service is located in the Flathead Valley region of Montana, so they understand how intense the season can be. The family-owned and -operated company provides Kalispell and the surrounding areas with quality service, from clogged drains to leaking pipes. They’ve recently started offering heater services as well and have earned an A+ Better Business Bureau® (BBB) review. For more information about how these plumbers can assist, visit the website today, or call at (406) 752-1244 to schedule an appointment.