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Helpful Household Hints
Prevent Pipes from Freezing
When water freezes, it expands and can cause your pipes to burst. To prevent frozen pipes, insulate pipes near windows, doors and in areas of the home that are unheated. Disconnect your garden hose from the outside faucet.
Reverse Ceiling Fans
If you have ceiling fans, there should be a switch to make the fan blades run clockwise. Running the blades in a clockwise position during the colder months can push heated air down. This home maintenance task makes rooms with high ceilings more comfortable.
Clear Gutters
If you haven't already, clear gutters of debris including sticks, pine needles and leaves so water will drain properly. And direct downspouts away from your home's foundation to help prevent leaks and flooding.
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