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Winter Freeze Checklist for Shelby County Homes
Memphis-area freezes are occasional, not routine, but a single extended cold snap can burst pipes in unheated crawl spaces and exterior walls. Work through this checklist before the first hard freeze, not during it.
Insulate pipes in crawl spaces, garages, and exterior walls, disconnect hoses and cover outdoor taps, and make sure everyone in the house knows where the main shut-off is and how to use it. During a cold snap, let a vulnerable tap drip slightly and open cabinet doors under sinks on exterior walls. If a pipe freezes, do not use an open flame to thaw it; call us, and if it has burst, shut the main off first if you can do it safely.
- Insulate exposed and crawl-space pipes
- Disconnect hoses, cover outdoor taps
- Find and test the main shut-off
- Keep vulnerable taps dripping in a hard freeze
What this means for your home
Every home is different, so use this article as a starting point, not a diagnosis. We check the actual fixture, line, or unit on site, explain what we found in plain language, and price the work upfront before we start.
insulate exposed pipes
See the guidance in this article, applied to your home on site.
protect outdoor taps
See the guidance in this article, applied to your home on site.
know your shut-off
See the guidance in this article, applied to your home on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How does this apply to my Arlington home?
It depends on your home's age, layout, and system condition. Call (901) 329-1801 and describe what you see, and we will diagnose on site rather than guessing from the area name.
Do you give an upfront price for this kind of work?
Yes. You approve an upfront price before work starts, with repair versus replace options where both are honest choices.
Is this an emergency?
Water spreading, sewage backup, no water, or a gas smell are emergencies: call (901) 329-1801 right away. For a gas smell, leave the house first and call from outside.
Which service page covers this in detail?
See <a href='/burst-pipe-repair/'>Burst Pipe Repair in Arlington</a>, <a href='/water-line-repair-replacement/'>Water Line Repair & Replacement in Arlington</a>.
Ready to get it fixed without the surprise bill?
Upfront price before work starts. You approve it first.