KEEP WARM...Ideas from my friends at FSA

Brrrr, It's Cold!Issue 1 January 5, 2010
We got our first taste of winter this week on the Grand Strand. Stay warm and think Spring!! Here are some helpful cold weather hints from your friends at FSA-Full Steam Ahead. We will help you save some money and help you from encountering any burst water pipes.
Preventing Frozen Pipes: Insulate your pipes that are in crawl spaces and attic. Do not be shy in the amount of insulation that you use.

Seal leaks that allow cold air inside your home where the pipes are located. Look for leaks around dryer vents,pipes & electrical wiring.

Disconnect your garden hose if you have one.

A trickle of hot & cold water might be all that it takes to keep your pipes from freezing. Open the cabinet doors to allow heat to get to insulated pipes under sinks & appliances near exterior walls.

Reverse the ceiling fan. This forces hot air down from the ceilings in your home.

If you are going out of town, make sure you keep the thermostat no lower than 55 degrees F. Have a friend or neighbor check your house daily.

Shut off and drain the water system. Note: this will affect your fire protection sprinkler system.

If you do encounter frozen pipes call a licensed plumber and then call FSA- Full Steam Ahead Inc.@ 843-626-7391!
We hope you find these hints helpful and if you do encounter any burst water pipes, call FSA-Full Steam Ahead @ 843-626-7391. We respond 24 hours a day and on time. Let FSA-Full Steam Ahead take on the burden of repairing your home. Copyright 2010