Safety first: if there is fire, gas smell, or electrical risk near water, leave and call 911 or your utility first.
Before a freeze
- Wrap exposed pipes, hose bibs, and backflow preventers.
- Disconnect garden hoses.
- Cover or drain irrigation lines and valves as recommended.
- Know where your main shut-off is.
- Watch National Weather Service Tucson forecasts and freeze warnings.
If a pipe bursts
- Shut off the main.
- Open a faucet to relieve pressure.
- Photograph damage and call a plumber.
- If water got inside, start drying and call a restoration contractor.
Frequently asked questions
Do pipes really freeze in Tucson?
Hard freezes happen in some winters, and exposed pipes and backflow preventers are most at risk.
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