10/09/2026
A hard freeze in central Ohio can arrive before anyone feels ready for it, but about ten minutes of prep now can head off a much larger repair later.
Here are the spots we'd check first:
🔹 Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses so water isn't left sitting in the spigot
🔹 Look over each exterior hose bib for drips, cracks, or a fitting that won't tighten
🔹 Find your indoor shutoff valves and make sure you can reach them and turn them
🔹 Insulate or cover pipe that runs through a crawlspace, garage, or unheated basement
🔹 Keep the heat on at a steady setting if you'll be away, since an empty house cools down quickly
That last one matters most for a second home or a property that sits vacant through a cold snap. Those are the ones we usually hear about in the spring.
If a shutoff valve is missing, a line is unprotected, or something is already dripping, call us at (614) 597-0805 or visit www.jmr-plumbing.com.