Frozen Water Pipes:
- Cold weather & icy temps can cause water pipes & meters to freeze. Be sure everyone knows how to shut off the water into your home, which is usually at the water meter.
- If your meter is frozen call the Water Division at 973-694-5090 Mon – Fri 7:00 am – 3:30 pm All other hours call police at 973-694-0600
- Seal drafty cracks in basement, garage or crawl space where water pipes & meter are. Keep doors & windows shut tightly & provide adequate heat to these areas.
- Insulate all exposed water pipes, using pipe insulation or even several layers of newspapers Insulate your water meter.
- If you have a frozen pipe, try to thaw by carefully using an electric heater, hair dryer or heating pad. DO NOT use direct flame or boiling water. This can break the pipe.