Tips to protect your plumbing system this winter

SALISBURY, Md. – As the weather starts to get colder, there are preventative measures residents can take to keep their homes ready.

Winter weather and freezing temperatures can be hard on your plumbing systems.

To protect it from frozen pipes, seal off your crawl space, drain your water heater, and add pipe insulation.

The owner of Hancock and Son Plumbing, Leif Hancock said these steps work directly with your heating system.

“Make sure your heating system is properly maintained. You don’t want your heating to go out in the middle of the night. Thus, causing frozen pipes.”

You can get professional assistance by visiting Hancock and Son here.