Freezing temperatures and winter storms are hitting now, and if your pipes aren't protected, they could freeze and burst overnight during Winter Storm Fern. The damage can flood your home, destroy belongings, and lead to costly repairs. Dripping faucets can prevent this disaster, but only if you know which ones to drip and when to start.
The critical threshold is 20°F — the temperature where pipe freezing becomes a real threat. With storms already bringing dangerous cold, you need to act fast. Here's how to drip your faucets correctly to protect your pipes from damage. When you're done here, see our Winter Storm Fern checklist for the 5 things you need to have when the snow and ice hit.
