“It hits 15 degrees here. If you bought a summer cabin and didn’t winterize it, you are in for a wet surprise in the spring. Here are the folks who keep your pipes from bursting and your toes warm.”
The Pipe Protectors: (Diamond E Plumbing)
- The Mountain Bear Note: Ask them to install a “Stop and Waste” valve. This allows you to drain your entire house system from the outside when you leave for the winter. It’s the best insurance policy you can buy.
The Heat Heroes:
- The Mountain Bear Note: Heat pumps struggle when it gets below 30 degrees unless they have “heat strips.” Have a pro check your emergency heat settings before December.
The Chimney Sweeps:
- The Mountain Bear Note: Everyone wants a wood fire, but creosote builds up fast with pine wood. Get a sweep once a year to prevent chimney fires.