Protecting pipes from freezing during cold weather

well with those cooler temperatures Brian's talking about continuing through the weekend local officials are advising homeowners to take steps that would prevent their water pipes from freezing the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission has provided several tips on how to prevent or deal with frozen water pipes they recommend maintaining a consistent amount of heat in the house around at least 55° they also say to avoid letting in drafts especially in the basement and where the meter may be located lastly the commission advises against use US Open Flames to warm up frozen pipes they recommend using a hair dryer on its lowest setting as a safer alternative