SAN ANTONIO \u2013 When the temperatures dropped this weekend, San Antonians bundled up. <\/p>\n
And it appears many likely remembered to do the same for their pipes.<\/p>\n
Philip Little, plumbing service manager of Comfort-Air Engineering and Primo Plumbing, told KSAT on Monday morning that the company had received fewer calls about potentially freeze-damaged pipes than it had expected.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think San Antonio as a whole has kind of gotten after 2021 \u2014 the big freeze that we had \u2014 that everybody has kind of learned a little bit,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Having consistent power, which keeps the San Antonio Water System pumps running, also helps, he said, since running water is less likely to freeze than still water. <\/p>\n
However, a burst pipe might not be obvious right off the bat. <\/p>\n
Little told KSAT later in the day they had received more calls as the ice began to thaw, and damaged lines began to leak. <\/p>\n
Even those who made it through the weekend without problems should take precautions to make it through another chilly night Monday.<\/p>\n
Here are some tips:<\/p>\n
Cover or wrap external pipes and spigots to ensure cold air can\u2019t get at them. Make sure all exposed areas are covered. <\/p>\n
Alternatively, leave a small stream of cold water running from the spigots. Just remember that water will turn to ice wherever it pools.<\/p>\n
Remember other exposed outdoor pipes, such as pool fillers and sprinkler system back flow preventers. <\/p>\n
Prepare and insulate pipes in other problem areas of the home, like attics, which Little said can get just as cold the temperatures outside. <\/p>\n
If you do get a burst pipe, shut off your water at the meter until a plumber can come and check it out.<\/p>\n
Related coverage on KSAT.com:<\/p>\n
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