When to Disconnect Your Garden Hoses in Winter

11/19/2021 (Permalink)

In Dallas, Texas, it's important to be prepared for winter freezing to prevent water damage to your home.

The average home’s water leaks contribute to more than 10,000 gallons of water wasted every year. A significant factor in this statistic is many homeowners will forget to disconnect their garden hoses during the winter season. 

Even if they don’t forget, it can be difficult to determine when hoses should be disconnected. But if you’re a homeowner who isn’t sure, don’t worry, SERVPRO has all the information you need to prepare you for winter. We can even provide you with the Dallas water damage restoration you need to get your property back to pristine condition. 

When Should You Disconnect Your Garden Hose?

The short answer — you should disconnect it right before the beginning of winter.

If you’re a homeowner, you likely have at least one outdoor spigot. And if you do, it’s crucial that you remove garden hoses from it right before winter starts. 

Frost-resistant spigots are designed to withstand cold temperatures. But even if you have that, you should still detach it before a cold front moves in.

Why Should You Disconnect Your Garden Hose?

If you don’t disconnect your garden hose before winter comes, you run the risk of having your pipes freeze, expand, and burst.

When water freezes, it expands. By leaving your hose attached to the spigot and filled with water, it will freeze and will take up close to 10% more space in your pipes. Eventually, your pipes will burst and your valves and joints will likely break as well.

What Should I Do if Water Damage has Already Occurred?

Water damage is no joke — it can cause damage to your structure and you probably won’t know your property is damaged until after winter when the ice melts.

The experts at SERVPRO have been providing Dallas water damage restoration for 35+ years. Through our services, we’re confident that we can help you.

Call us today at (214) 272-7600 or visit our contact page.