When the forecast suddenly drops into the teens, the old advice to “leave the faucets dripping” comes roaring back. It sounds almost too simple, but the stakes are real: frozen pipes can burst, flood ...

While some of us are accustomed to dealing with deep freezes, many Southerners don't have to worry about the pipes during an average winter. Pipes aren't at high risk of freezing until the temperature ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Some are wondering if they should keep their faucets dripping and if so, for how long. Whether your power is out or not, the short answer is: yes! It should be a slow, steady ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Got bitter cold temperatures? You're sure to hear people tell you to let your faucets drip so you can protect your pipes. But it all depends on whether your water is hooked up to ...

Houston city residents who have water that comes from pumping stations: Do not drip your water faucets. The City of Houston system is run not through water towers, but through re-pump stations on the ...

You're often advised to drip your faucets before a big cold snap to avoid freezing pipes and costly damage. In short, it depends on how you drip your faucets. There are several variables to consider, ...