Extended cold snaps are rare in many parts of the South. Knowing how to protect pipes from freezes may not be necessary as often as using breezes and updos to ensure the survival of a sweltering ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Some are wondering if they should keep their faucets dripping and if so, for how long. Whether your power is out or not, the short answer is: yes! It should be a slow, steady ...

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — It’s officially winter, which means there are days when the temperatures will be freezing cold. There are many ways to get winter ready, but one common practice when the ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Got bitter cold temperatures? You're sure to hear people tell you to let your faucets drip so you can protect your pipes. But it all depends on whether your water is hooked up to ...

While some of us are accustomed to dealing with deep freezes, many Southerners don't have to worry about the pipes during an average winter. Pipes aren't at high risk of freezing until the temperature ...

As Beaumont heads into another night of freezing temperatures, the city of Beaumont has recommended that residents avoid dripping their faucets. This may seem like counterintuitive advice, as many ...

Understanding why pipes burst starts with looking at water at a molecular level. When water freezes molecules spread apart, causing the water to expand by up to 9%. This expansion can crack pipes if ...

Houston city residents who have water that comes from pumping stations: Do not drip your water faucets. The City of Houston system is run not through water towers, but through re-pump stations on the ...

According to a recent Bankrate study, hidden homeownership costs now amount to an average of over $21,000 yearly. Over $8,800 of this goes toward upkeep and repairs alone, which typically includes ...

Freezing weather is one time you want dripping faucets. Extended cold snaps are rare in many parts of the South. Knowing how to protect pipes from freezes may not be necessary as often as using ...