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How do I keep outdoor pipes from freezing?

Plain-English plumbing guidance for Oklahoma homeowners. A useful starting point, not a diagnosis for your home.

THE SHORT ANSWER

Disconnect hoses, protect exposed pipes, insulate vulnerable spaces and follow your home's winterization needs before hard freezes. Know where the main shutoff is. If a pipe has frozen, use gentle warming only where it is safe and accessible; never use an open flame.

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