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Dripping faucets indoors is one of the first things on a to-do list when it comes to preparing for a freeze, but what about outdoor watering systems?

Homeowners who have activated their sprinklers should drain them to prevent damage from the hard freeze. The article provides a step-by-step guide on how to quick drain a home irrigation system. If ...

Winter storms are approaching fast, and if you haven't drained your sprinkler system yet, you're running out of time. Freezing temperatures can destroy an unprotected system in a single night. Water ...

The Fort Collins area is expected to receive freezing temperatures Tuesday night and lows reaching the teens by the weekend. That means you need to drain the water from your sprinkler system or you ...

Residents are advised to protect trees by gently removing snow accumulation from branches with a broom. Covering vegetables and annuals or moving them indoors can prevent damage from the hard freeze.