If your pipes were people, they’d be the ones shivering in a corner while wearing a thin t-shirt. Time to bundle them up with pipe insulation—it’s like giving your plumbing a cozy winter sweater. You can find foam tubes at any hardware store for less than the cost of a fancy coffee.
I once used an old towel and duct tape in a pinch after a surprise freeze warning. It looked ridiculous—like a mummy wearing rags—but it worked. The key is to focus on pipes in unheated spaces: basements, attics, garages, and under sinks near outside walls.
Don’t forget those sneaky outdoor spigots, either. Disconnect your garden hose and cover the faucet with an insulated cap. Otherwise, you’re basically inviting Jack Frost to a pool party in your living room.
