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How to Fix a Hose Bib Before It Freezes and Bursts This Winter

A frozen hose bib can burst and flood your home with thousands of gallons of water before you even notice the damage. Spending 30 minutes and under $30 this fall can prevent a repair bill that averages $5,000 to $15,000 in water damage costs.

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How to Prep Your Sprinkler System for Winter in 45 Minutes (And Avoid a $400 Repair Bill)

A frozen sprinkler system can crack pipes, shatter heads, and leave you with hundreds in spring repairs. With 45 minutes of prep before the first hard freeze, you can protect your entire irrigation system and start next season without a single surprise.

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How to Drain Your Outdoor Pipes Before the First Freeze (And Avoid a Costly Burst Pipe)

A single frozen outdoor pipe can burst and cause thousands of dollars in water damage before you even notice. Draining your exterior faucets and irrigation lines takes less than 30 minutes and costs nothing, making it one of the highest-return winterization tasks you can do.

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