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With winter rapidly approaching, now is the time to winterize your house. Just as you prepare your car and sprinkler system for winter’s freeze, now is the ideal moment to get your home’s plumbing ready for the colder months. With homeownership comes the responsibility to maintain all the systems that keep your home operating smoothly, and plumbing is a critical system that must not get overlooked. Have a plumber at Murphy’s Plumbing Services of Mebane, NC, perform a plumbing inspection to determine what needs to be done to get your home ready for winter.

During the winter months, your pipes will be under more stress than they are in the summer. Frozen pipes can be disastrous, as busted pipes can create unexpected repair bills. Even the smallest water leak can cause a lot of damage. It is always best to avoid any unforeseen repairs by getting your plumbing inspected and ready for winter. Recommended services include checking fixtures, insulating exposed water pipes, and performing a visual inspection to look for leaks or other issues that may develop into a problem if not maintained.

PlumberAnother critical system to have inspected is your water heater. Make sure the system is checked by a qualified plumber to ensure it is operating correctly. You need to perform a winterization check to ensure the pilot light is functioning normally and to see if you have any corrosion issues that may indicate a problem with the heater. Your water heater may also benefit from an insulating blanket that can keep it from freezing. Insulating it can lower your monthly utility bill by reducing heat losses from 25% to 45%. Don’t neglect this critical system and find yourself taking a cold shower on a freezing winter morning.

If you have a septic tank, now is the perfect time to perform annual maintenance, especially if you have neglected this task for a few years. The experts will measure the scum and sludge layers and inspect the condition of the system. If it does need repair, have it fixed before winter arrives.

With more than 30 years of experience serving customers, Murphy's Plumbing Services has the skill and expertise to winterize your home. Serving customers in Alamance, Orange, and Durham Counties since 1988, Murphy’s is the plumber you need. For a thorough list of available services, check their website, or call them today at (919) 563-5165 to set up an appointment. 

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