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Today is bright and sunny in metro Atlanta, but cold weather is just around the corner. More than a few of us at Peggy Slappey Properties are hoping for a snowy Christmas! While that might not be too realistic, it is smart to think ahead and prepare your home for below-zero temps before they sneak up on you and cause real damage. Here are a few quick reminders to help avoid frozen and burst pipes and all the mess that goes with them:

  1. Disconnect garden hoses.  Drain the hoses appropriately before storing for the winter.
  2. Turn off water to outside faucets by using the valve inside your home.  Drain the remaining water by allowing it to run until dry. Use insulating faucet covers for further protection.
  3. Turn off your sprinkler system and blow
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