The Costly Consequences of Forgetting to Winterize Your Hose Bib

The Costly Consequences of Forgetting to Winterize Your Hose Bib

It’s easy to forget about your outdoor faucet when you’re focused on raking leaves and prepping for the holidays, but failing to shut off your outdoor hose bib can cause major problems once winter hits in New Jersey. What starts as a minor oversight could turn into hundreds or even thousands of dollars in water damage and plumbing repairs.

When water freezes inside your outdoor faucet line, it expands and puts pressure on the pipe, often causing cracks or bursts behind your home’s exterior wall. You might not even notice the damage until the thaw sets in — and suddenly, water starts leaking inside your basement or crawl space. By the time you catch it, the repair bill can be substantial.

The good news is that preventing this is simple. Shut off the water supply to your outdoor faucet, disconnect your hoses, and drain out any remaining water. This quick step can mean the difference between a dry, worry-free winter and an expensive plumbing emergency.

If you’re unsure whether your hose bib is properly winterized, don’t take chances. Contact Real Time Plumbing at (732) 314-1082 for a professional inspection. Our expert plumbers can help ensure your home’s plumbing system is fully protected against freezing temperatures.

Protect your pipes before the frost sets in. Call Real Time Plumbing at (732) 314-1082 today to winterize your hose bib and keep your home leak-free this winter.