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3 Common Winter Plumbing Problems and How to Fix Them

The winter months are a wonderful time full of family and celebrations. However, with the dropping temperatures and increased use of kitchens and hot water, the winter brings unforeseen plumping issues that may be hassle during the holidays. Here are the most common winter plumbing problems, and the best ways to prevent them or fix them after they have occurred. Grease & Food Particle Clogged Drains During the Holidays, households are on average cooking and eating more often. Lots of households will have large parties or families over for celebrations. The celebrations require a lot more work in the kitchen.
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Why You Should Wrap Your Outside Pipes During the Winter

One of the preventative measures that many homeowners fail to take that can cost them big bucks is winterizing their exposed pipes. When the temperature plunges below the freezing point of water, pipes in unheated portions of the house or outside the house can freeze and crack because the water inside them expands. Burst pipes cause expensive leaks that can cost a great deal of money for a plumber to fix, according to the American Red Cross. Even slow leaks inside the walls can result in mold damage. The problem needs to be addressed even if you live in the
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