Fall Plumbing Tips to Prepare Your Home for Cooler Weather

Brought to you by Harbor City Plumbing – Keeping Your Pipes Protected Year-Round

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, it’s a sure sign that fall has arrived. While you’re pulling out sweaters and planning pumpkin spice everything, don’t forget to show your plumbing some seasonal TLC.

At Harbor City Plumbing, we know fall is the ideal time to get ahead of plumbing issues before winter’s deep freeze sets in. Here are our top plumbing tips to help you prepare your home for fall and beyond:

🍂 1. Disconnect and Drain Outdoor Hoses

Leaving hoses attached can cause water to back up into the pipe and freeze, leading to cracked spigots or burst pipes. Remove, drain, and store your hoses in a shed or garage before the first frost.

🍂 2. Shut Off Outdoor Faucets

If your home has a shut-off valve for outdoor water lines, turn it off and open the exterior faucets to drain any remaining water. This small step can prevent costly winter pipe bursts.

🍂 3. Insulate Exposed Pipes

Pipes in unheated areas—like garages, basements, or crawl spaces—are especially vulnerable as temperatures drop. Wrapping them in pipe insulation or foam sleeves can prevent freezing and save energy.

🍂 4. Flush Your Water Heater

Fall is a great time to flush sediment from your water heater. Sediment build-up reduces efficiency and can shorten the life of the heater. Not sure how to do it? Harbor City Plumbing offers quick, affordable water heater maintenance services.

🍂 5. Check for Leaks

Inspect under sinks, around toilets, and in your basement for signs of leaks. Even a small drip can worsen as temperatures drop. Early detection = easier fixes.

🍂 6. Test Your Sump Pump

Fall rains can lead to flooded basements if your sump pump isn’t working properly. Pour a bucket of water into the crock to make sure it turns on and drains the water. If it doesn't, give us a call—we’ll inspect or replace it before the wet season hits hard.

🍂 7. Schedule a Professional Inspection

Want peace of mind before winter arrives? Our licensed plumbers can perform a seasonal inspection to catch any issues early, saving you stress and money when temperatures plunge.

Stay Ahead of the Cold with Harbor City Plumbing

Fall is beautiful—but frozen pipes and emergency leaks are not. Let Harbor City Plumbing help you protect your home so you can enjoy the season worry-free.

📞 Need help winterizing your plumbing? Call us at (262) 689-4042 or book online today!

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