LOUISVILLE, Ky. — If you haven't realized it yet with the recent snowfall and arctic air, winter is coming, and Kentucky and Indiana households are starting to brace for the cold.
Louisville Water said they get calls every season about frozen and burst pipes, and while they can't maintain the internal plumbing of all the houses in the Metro, they can help us avoid those headaches.
Here's a couple steps they suggested you take:
- Wrap exposed pipes with insulating material.
- If your home has a crawl space, cover the outside vents. Remember to turn off outside faucets and disconnect garden hoses.
- If your house has a slab foundation, close the garage door.
They also suggested turning on the faucets and letting the water run to prevent the water from freezing during cold weather. They're most concerned about pipes that have frozen in the past or are exposed.
Opening the cabinet doors is also a good idea because it allows heat the go around the pipes.
Homeowners, tenants and landlords are also encouraged to know where the main water shutoff is located, as it controls the flow of water into the house officials said.
It's normally found near the water heater, in the basement or in a utility closet.
Other tips include being aware of your normal water usage, and to stay hydrated. Just because you aren't thirsty doesn't mean you're hydrated; the cold hair has less humidity and that can lead to dehydration they said.
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