GeneralHow-To2026-02-28
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes in Winter
Insulation, some background heat and a trickling tap prevent costly frozen-pipe damage.
BC cold snaps can freeze and burst pipes — prevention is cheap and effective.
Insulate and heat
Insulate exposed pipes and the external condensate pipe, and keep some background heat on, especially when away.
In extreme cold
Open cabinet doors to let warm air reach pipes, and let a tap trickle to keep water moving during deep cold.
Key takeaways
- Insulate exposed pipes
- Insulate the condensate pipe
- Keep some heat on when away
- Trickle a tap in deep cold
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