{"id":2819,"date":"2026-01-22T18:19:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T18:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quincymutual.com\/blog\/?p=2819"},"modified":"2026-01-22T18:19:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T18:19:24","slug":"freezing-conditions-anticipated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quincymutual.com\/blog\/freezing-conditions-anticipated\/","title":{"rendered":"Freezing Conditions Anticipated"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With freezing conditions anticipated for this weekend, we wanted to take a moment and provide some helpful recommendations. Stay warm!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Drain and shut off outside spigots.<\/strong>\u00a0Disconnect hoses and ensure exterior faucets are fully turned off and drained.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Set interior temperatures higher than usual.<\/strong>\u00a0Thermostats only measure temperature at their location. Pipes in exterior walls, mechanical rooms, and service chases are much colder and need additional heat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Going away? Don\u2019t turn off the heat.<\/strong>\u00a0You can lower the temperature, but never shut it off entirely. For extra protection, consider turning off the water supply and running faucets to drain the lines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vacant and infrequently occupied units require extra attention.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Confirm heat is on and set to an appropriate minimum temperature.<\/li>\n<li>Verify electricity is active and uninterrupted.<\/li>\n<li>Have staff or property managers physically check these units before and during the freeze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Communicate heating requirements to occupants.<\/strong>\u00a0For occupied units, ensure tenants understand they must maintain adequate heat during cold weather and avoid shutting systems off.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confirm fuel supply and system operation.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure oil tanks are adequately filled and fuel deliveries are scheduled.<\/li>\n<li>Verify heating systems are operational and have been recently serviced.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Know where the main water shutoff is.<\/strong>\u00a0Check basements or utility rooms and clearly label the shutoff valve so it\u2019s easy to find during an emergency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Watch pipes in unheated spaces.<\/strong>\u00a0Attics, garages, and crawlspaces are common problem areas. If sprinkler or water lines run through these spaces, have a professional confirm they\u2019re properly protected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let faucets drip and open cabinets where appropriate.<\/strong>\u00a0A slow drip and open cabinet doors allow warm air to circulate around vulnerable plumbing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>If a freeze does occur:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Turn off the water immediately.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Call a mitigation company right away.<\/strong>\u00a0Prompt professional response can significantly reduce damage. Encourage insureds to speak with their agent or neighbors for mitigation vendor recommendations <em>before<\/em>\u00a0a freeze occurs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Never use a torch or open flame<\/strong>\u00a0to thaw pipes. 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