We’ve had quite the mild winter…so far. But it’s still early January and Old Man Winter is clearly still trying to make a fashionably late entrance. Now is the time to prepare for when the temps stay around –or below– freezing for long stretches of days. If you don’t you may just get to discover the […]
Finally, here is a tag that you can print out and hang on the valve. In case of emergency, anyone in the house can quickly locate the main water supply valve and cut off the water. (click image for full-size printable file)
Old houses have such charm, and so little insulation. As this stretch of frigid temperatures continue, our homes’ pipes are at greater risk for freezing. And worse, bursting all over your house. So what can you do? Start by identifying pipes that are at the greatest risk, starting with outdoor spouts and any pipes that run along exterior […]
Hey everyone! How did it go on your #SnowDay? Did you get to pad around in your jammies until noon, drink your weight in hot cocoa and get kicked off Capitol Hill for sledding in a menacing way? Yeah, us either. But some of you guys did, and you shared your photos with us, AND […]
Tomorrow brings another big temperature plunge. And if you live on Capitol Hill, there’s a good chance you also live in an old row house or apartment. While your home may be quaint and charming, it also puts you at risk for common household problems, like frozen pipes in the middle of winter. DC Water […]