Tips to keep water pipes from freezing

With weather forecasters predicting cold temperatures very soon, Pennsylvania American Water today advised homeowners to prepare their homes now to prevent frozen and damaged household pipes. “We have experienced some mild winters in recent years, but that doesn’t mean customers should neglect to protect vulnerable areas of their homes to avoid frozen pipes that can burst and result in costly damage,”...

County: Avoid plumbing woes during big chill

Taking precautions can help prevent costly frozen pipes Weather officials are predicting a combination of bitter cold temperatures and wind across the county from tonight into Wednesday, Jan. 8 – dangerous conditions that could wreak havoc with plumbing, county officials said. In a news release, the county suggested that being prepared and informed could help avoid the messy and often expensive...