Winterizing Tips
It is best to hire a professional to winterize or de-winterize a home.
- Turn water off at main supply valve
outside the house unless the heating system uses water. Tag the valve - DO NOT
TURN ON - WINTERIZED.
- Drain hot water heaters and shut off gas
or electricity to tank.
- Put anti-freeze in toilet tanks.
- Fill all traps with anti-freeze.
- Tape shut and tag toilet bowls with DO NOT
USE - WINTERIZED.
- Tag sinks and faucets - DO NOT USE.
- Set thermostat at 55-60 degrees and tag -
DO NOT CHANGE.
- Check furnace to see if it is in operating
condition. Light gas pilot if necessary.
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