A cabin that sits empty part of the year needs special plumbing care. Here is the The Colony homeowner's guide.
Winterizing is everything
Before you leave a cabin in cold weather, shut off the water and drain the lines completely. A single missed line can burst and flood the place.
The water heater
Drain the water heater or set it appropriately for the absence. A full tank left unheated is a freeze risk.
The traps
Add non-toxic antifreeze to traps or leave the heat on low to protect them. hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines In The Colony, this is a key step for seasonal homes.
The return visit
Turn the water on slowly and check every fixture before assuming all is well.
Protect the getaway
A seasonal routine prevents a ruined cabin. Call 888-217-3585 and The Colony Home Plumbing Co will match you with a The Colony pro for the winterizing.
Plumbing in The Colony: what to know
In The Colony, hard water is common, and summer heat and shifting soils put pressure on underground lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Denton County — from Lewisville, Frisco and Carrollton to ZIP codes like 75056, 75036, 75010 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in The Colony?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and The Colony Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in The Colony.