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Posted on: January 13, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Be Prepared for Frozen Pipes

Freezing PSA (Facebook) (2)

Temps are going to dip tonight and a deep freeze is on the way. Be prepared! Our Utilities Department offers these suggestions...Disconnect Garden Hoses: Remove hoses from outdoor spigots to prevent freezing.

  • Drain Irrigation Systems: Turn off and drain your system to protect it from damage.
  • Secure Exposed Plumbing: Keep garage doors closed if your meter or plumbing is in a garage or exposed area.
  • Prevent Pipe Freezing: If your home has a history of frozen pipes, consider letting one faucet trickle slightly overnight.
  • Locate Your Water Shut-Off Valve: Be ready to turn off water immediately if a pipe freezes or bursts.
  • Check Vulnerable Areas: Identify unheated spaces like basements, crawl spaces or outside walls that are most at risk for freezing.
  • Call Us for Help: During business hours, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday: Call 937-748-4343, After hours: Contact the Police non-emergency line at 937-748-0611.


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