it's Time to Winterize
Do you  have or manage property that is un-occupied?  If you do and  have not
properly winterized these properties you may be at risk for potentially
CATASTROPHIC  DAMAGES when the real “cold” periods occur.

Keep in mind most insurance companies DO NOT cover FLOOD DAMAGE caused
by house plumbing or negligent acts of the homeowner or their agents. Statistics
prove that it is 10 TIMES + MORE LIKELY for your house to be damaged by
FLOODING or WATER DAMAGE than FIRE.

Many of the items listed below are not only overlooked but ignored by some of
the  “winterization companies”  that typically are non-licensed organizations that
come and go.

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The steps we take to insure
a proper winterization
1. Antifreeze all  fixtures (throughout the home)
including but not limited to:

a. Toilets

b. Kitchen Sinks

c. Bathroom Sinks, Tubs and Showers

d. Washer Boxes

e. Floor Drain(s) – These are the most commonly  
overlooked by many who winterize. This is because they are
many times hidden from view such as under washing
machines, water heaters, furnaces, boilers,  sometimes in
closets and, believe it or not, under rugs or carpet.

2. Drain and blow out water lines (with a
compressor).
 3. Drain water heater

4. Drain and blow out (if necessary) sprinkler
lines.

5. Open all valves, faucets, and shut offs
including:
a. Outside faucets (sill cocks)
b. Washer boxes (on/off valves)
c. Kitchen, bathroom and any other faucets on or in
premises

6. Drain washing machine

7. Disconnect water meter (if applicable). This
is often overlooked.

8. Shut off water in meter pit or at curb box.   
NOTE: Check for proper operation in case of an EMERGENCY.

For Winterization done by the REAL PROS call
(719) 393-9300
Service
Excellent Plumbing, Heating, and Mechanical
1837 S. Nevada Ave., #234
Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80905 USA
719-393-9300
719-785-5784
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