frozen pipes
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frozen pipes
The Safe Thermostat Setting for a Winter Vacation
For most well-insulated homes, 55°F is the lowest practical thermostat setting before a winter vacation. Older homes, exposed plumbing, heat pumps, pets, plants, and severe cold usually call for 58°F to 62°F.
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construction tips
Freeze-Proof Your Home Before the Cold Hits: 12 Contractor-Approved Steps
Freezing-weather protection is not one task. It is a layered plan: keep heat in, stop cold air paths, drain exposed water lines, protect vulnerable plumbing, and know how to shut water off fast.