❄️ Freeze Prep for Monday & Tuesday ❄️
What to do now to avoid burst pipes, power issues, and unnecessary stress
With below-freezing temperatures expected, a little prep now can save a lot of stress (and water damage) later. Here’s a simple checklist to help protect your home:
🚰 Protect Your Pipes
Drip the faucet farthest from the street with a thin, steady stream of water.
Open cabinet doors under sinks so warm air can circulate around pipes.
If you live in a raised home, remember: pipes under the house are especially vulnerable.
🔥 Heating Safety
Use space heaters cautiously. Keep at least 3 feet of clearance from anything flammable.
Do not use your stove or oven as a heat source, this can cause dangerous carbon monoxide buildup.
Check before using fireplaces; many in New Orleans homes are decorative only.
💡 Prepare for Power Outages
Charge phones, battery packs, and devices ahead of time.
Have flashlights and batteries ready.
If you use candles, never leave them unattended and blow them out before sleeping.
🏠 Extra Tips
Wrap exposed outdoor pipes (hose bibs, exterior lines) with towels or pipe insulation.
Disconnect garden hoses.
Know where your main water shutoff is, just in case.
If you’re leaving town, don’t turn the heat off completely; keep it at least in the mid-50s.
Check on elderly neighbors or anyone in older homes.
📡 Stay Informed
Sign up for NOLA Ready Emergency Alerts
Monitor outages via Entergy New Orleans
Keep an eye on trusted local weather sources.
Cold snaps don’t happen often here, which is exactly why they cause problems when they do. A few small steps now can prevent burst pipes, flooding, and long repair delays. Stay warm and stay safe!