As temperatures drop in the Southern Highlands, your home’s plumbing system becomes more vulnerable to issues like burst pipes, frozen taps, and failing hot water systems. At Exeter Plumbing, we’ve seen how cold winters can wreak havoc on homes that haven’t been winter-proofed properly.
Here are our top plumbing tips to help you protect your home and avoid costly repairs this winter:
Exposed outdoor pipes, especially those connected to garden taps or irrigation systems, are most at risk of freezing. Once water inside a pipe freezes, it can expand and cause the pipe to burst.
Tip: Use foam pipe insulation or lagging from your local hardware store to wrap all exposed pipes. Don’t forget under-house pipes if your home is raised. If you are unable to, our team at Exeter Plumbing can help you out.
There’s nothing worse than waking up to no hot water in the middle of winter. Hot water systems work harder during colder months and can fail if not maintained.
Tip: Book a professional service with Exeter Plumbing to check for leaks, sediment build-up, and efficiency issues before winter really hits.
Even small leaks can turn into major issues when temperatures drop. Leaky taps, toilets, or pipes waste water and money—and in winter, they can also freeze and crack.
Tip: Inspect under sinks, around taps, and behind appliances. If you hear dripping or notice damp areas, give us a call.
If a pipe bursts during a cold snap, every second counts.
Tip: Make sure all household members know how to quickly shut off the main water supply to avoid major flooding and damage.
Blocked gutters can cause roof and plumbing damage when water backs up and freezes.
Tip: Remove leaves, debris, and check for proper flow. This also helps prevent stormwater overflows during heavy winter rains.
Leaving hoses connected can lead to ice backing up into your outdoor taps, causing them to crack or burst.
Tip: Disconnect all hoses, drain them, and store them in a dry place until spring.
A professional inspection can catch hidden plumbing issues before they become winter emergencies.
Tip: Exeter Plumbing offers winter plumbing checks across the Southern Highlands. We’ll assess your hot water system, pipes, gas connections, and outdoor plumbing to make sure you’re ready for the season.
Whether you’re in Bowral, Bundanoon, Moss Vale or Mittagong our experienced team at Exeter Plumbing is here to help protect your home from the cold.
Need help winter-proofing your plumbing?Call us on 1300 155 944 or request a quote today.
