Prosper Fire Rescue's Chief Shaw shares some important cold weather tips for your home. For residential flood emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Main shutoff in flowerbed:
The majority of homes will have their main shutoff valve in the front of their home in a flowerbed. It’s typically found in a green circular box.
Main shutoff in garage:
Most newer homes will have a main shut off valve located in the garage. These two shutoff valves are essential in disconnecting water to the home, should a water emergency, such as a water line break, happen.
Hose bib/Spigot:
Disconnecting you water hose will help to prevent the water from freezing inside your water hose and outdoor water faucet. Insulating the hose bib or spigot is important to prevent your water lines from freezing and being damaged.