Important Tips from Berkeley Springs Water Works with the Upcoming Winter Storm Alert

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A significant snowstorm with extremely low temperatures is expected this weekend. Frozen pipes can burst under pressure, leading to flooding and expensive repairs. Here’s a few tips to help prevent that:

🧊 How to Prevent Frozen Pipes

• Let faucets drip slightly to keep water moving.

• Open cabinet doors under sinks so warm air can reach exposed pipes.

• Maintain a steady indoor temperature, even if you’re away.

• Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses and shut off indoor valves to outside spigots.

• Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawlspaces, garages, and other unheated areas.

🚰 Locate and Test Your In-Home Shut‑Off Valve

If a pipe bursts, shutting off your water quickly can prevent major damage. Take a moment now to locate your valve and make sure it turns properly. Most of the time they are located within a foot of where the water line enters the home. Common places to find your shut‑off valve include:

• Basements or crawlspaces

• Near the water heater or laundry area

• Utility or mechanical closets

📞 After‑Hours Emergencies

If you experience a water‑related emergency after normal business hours, you can contact the non‑emergency line at 304‑258‑0305. Keep in mind that the Morgan County 911 monitors this contact number and contacts our on-call water operators in between any major emergencies.

Stay prepared, stay warm, and check on your neighbors when you can. Your team at Berkeley Springs Water Works is here to help our community weather the storm. ❄️💧