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Winter storm warning for San Antonio means protecting pipes is a must
10+ min ago (408+ words) The San Antonio Water System reports it's prepared to keep the water flowing to customers this freezing weekend. The city-owned water utility reports improvements have been made since the February 2021 winter event when freezing weather knocked out water service to…...
We're Experiencing a "Bathroom Privacy Crisis" in Hotels Now—Experts Explain Why
3+ hour, 39+ min ago (408+ words) First refrigerators, then bathtubs'now hotels are trying to get rid of your dignity. However, I wanted to learn firsthand why hotels are taking away our bathroom privacy. I reached out to a few interior designers who have completed hotel design…...
Cold snap can lead to frozen pipes. Here’s how to prevent them
3+ hour, 46+ min ago (164+ words) Central Pennsylvania is expecting a foot or more of snow Saturday through Monday, and it's not going anywhere for a while as the temperature stays well below freezing. AccuWeather'forecasts a low of 6 degrees Friday, 12 degrees Saturday, and 14 degrees Sunday. The…...
Experts give tips on how to protect your pipes during winter storm
4+ hour, 44+ min ago (263+ words) As the threat of a winter storm draws near, don't forget about your pipes inside your home. Especially with freezing temperatures on the horizon, it's important to give them the best chance at survival. This week, many calls have been…...
7 Home Tricks We Use to Save Money (and Headaches) During a Cold Snap
5+ hour, 9+ min ago (755+ words) Protect your home and wallet when temperatures suddenly plunge this winter. A little winterization goes a long way to help protect against sudden temperature drops. We're already seeing unprecedented snowstorms whipping up this year, and some of us may not…...
Officials, experts offer advice on how to prevent frozen pipes as winter storm approaches Houston
5+ hour, 42+ min ago (438+ words) If homeowners find frozen pipes, Bany advised them not to panic, as frozen pipes do not automatically indicate broken ones. It often only means there is a "freeze spot" in the house. Extreme storm warnings for the weekend bring a…...
Whataburger cup could help save Texans’ pipes freezing during storm this weekend
5+ hour, 43+ min ago (381+ words) A Whataburger cup could be the solution to saving pipes from bursting, as freezing weather is set to come through Texas As extreme weather hits Houston, locals are using a helpful hack to prevent frozen pipes. The Whataburger Cup has…...
How Plug-In Solar Lets Everyone Enjoy Solar Savings
6+ hour, 12+ min ago (898+ words) Joshua M. Pearce is John M. Thompson Chair in Information Technology and Innovation at the Thompson Centre for Engineering Leadership & Innovation. He holds appointments at Ivey Business School, the top ranked business school in Canada. His research concentrates on the use of…...
Should you warm up your car, or let your faucets drip in the freezing cold temps? What to know
6+ hour, 16+ min ago (672+ words) Wind chills as low as -40 degrees and a high temperature of 0 degrees was expected Friday. Sure, Chicago is used to cold winters -- but an extreme cold warning with wind chill values as between -30 and -40 degrees could lead to frostbite, dead…...
5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Pipes From Freezing, According to a Home Expert
6+ hour, 24+ min ago (539+ words) A burst pipe can be costly, and the repairs might not be covered by insurance. With frigid weather bearing down on a huge swath of the country, homeowners are in heavy storm-prep mode, stocking up on supplies and making sure…...