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DURING A DEEP FREEZE (-5 DEGREES AND BELOW)

Keep open cabinet doors leading to exposed pipes so that household air can warm them.

The natural flow of warmer air will help combat problems.

Keep attached garage doors shut.

Occasionally, plumbing is routed there, leaving it vulnerable to winter's worst.

Crack a faucet farthest from the place where your water enters the house.

A very slow drip will keep water molecules moving, reducing the chance that pipes will freeze. Don't forget to place a bucket underneath the faucet so the water can be saved for other household uses.

Keep your thermostat above 65 degrees when leaving your house or business for several days.

This practice is particularly important in houses and businesses prone to pipe freezing.