{"id":73960,"date":"2019-01-18T15:00:10","date_gmt":"2019-01-18T20:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=73960"},"modified":"2019-01-18T15:00:10","modified_gmt":"2019-01-18T20:00:10","slug":"protect-your-water-meter-and-pipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2019\/01\/18\/protect-your-water-meter-and-pipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Your Water Meter and Pipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nNews release from the City of Fort Wayne:<\/p>\n

Protect Your Water Meter and Pipes<\/strong>
\nFrozen Pipes Can Lead to Costly Repairs<\/em>
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\n(January 18, 2019) – As temperatures drop to single digits, City Utilities reminds customers that pipes and water meters can freeze causing significant damage and costly repairs.
\nA small trickle of lukewarm water can help protect your water meter and pipes during cold temperatures. The flow should be about the diameter of a pencil lead.
\nCustomers are responsible for meter damage or replacements. If the meter is in an unheated garage, it should be protected with an insulated box, and the garage door should be kept closed to hold in as much warmth as possible.
\nFor residents that have an outdoor meter located in a pit, be sure the lid is not broken or missing. The meter is the responsibility of the customer and replacements start at $130.
\nTips to protect your home and pipes<\/p>\n