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6 tips to keep your pipes from freezing

Published December 29, 2017
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(WJBK) - Much of the Midwest has been in a deep freeze the past few days. Adam Helfman, a home improvement expert from HireItDown.com joined us on The Nine with some tips to keep your pipes from freezing during this cold snap. 

You can hear from him in the video player above, and read his tips below. 

  • Keep the heat on
  • Let your faucets drip slightly
  • Keep interior doors open
  • Seal up cracks and holes
  • Apply heating tape
  • Add extra insulation

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