#How to Replace a Frost-Free Outdoor Faucet

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In the world of outdoor plumbing, frost-free faucets, also known as freeze-proof faucets or frost-free hose bibs, play a crucial role in ensuring a reliable water supply even in cold weather. These faucets are widely utilized in construction projects where outdoor water access is essential.

This article will provide an in-depth understanding of how to replace a frost-free faucet, compare frost-free hose bibs with regular outdoor faucets, explore their applications in construction, and discuss the advantages, disadvantages, and maintenance practices associated with these faucets.

Replacing a Frost-Free Faucet: Step-by-Step Guide

Gather Materials and Tools: Before beginning the replacement process, make sure to collect all the necessary materials and tools. These include a new frost-free faucet, a pipe wrench, an adjustable wrench, a pipe cutter, materials for pipe soldering, and a plumber's tape.

Disconnect the main water supply valve: After finding the main water supply valve and turning it off. To prevent any water pressure, open the outdoor faucet to drain any remaining water.

Remove the Old Faucet: If your old frost-free faucet is threaded, use a pipe wrench to loosen and remove it. In cases where the faucet is soldered, employ a pipe cutter to cut the pipes near the faucet. Once disconnected, remove the old faucet.

Prepare the Pipes: It is essential to clean the ends of the pipes that will connect to the new faucet. Apply the plumber's tape to the threads to ensure a tight and leak-free seal. If the pipes were cut during removal, sand the edges to prepare them for soldering, if necessary.

Install the New Frost-Free Faucet: Insert the new faucet into the wall, ensuring that the pipe ends align with the faucet's inlet. Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the nuts and secure the faucet in place. Additionally, connect any other components that the new faucet may require.

Solder the Pipes (if necessary): If the new frost-free faucet requires soldering, ensure you follow proper soldering techniques. Apply flux to the cleaned pipe ends and connect them securely using a propane torch and solder. Allow the pipes to cool down before proceeding.

Turn On Water Supply: Gradually turn on the main water supply to prevent water hammer, which can damage the pipes. Inspect the area around the new faucet for any signs of leaks, and if necessary, tighten the connections further.

Test the Faucet: Finally, turn on the newly installed frost-free faucet to verify proper water flow. Ensure that it shuts off completely when closed, preventing any dripping or leakage.

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How to replace a leaking faucet without freezer

Even if you only face frost once or twice a year, it's worth having a frost-proof faucet installed on the outside of your home. It has a 60 cm valve stem that extends into the house and shuts off the water before it gets outside. These faucets work just like regular outdoor faucets, and if a faucet leaks at the spout, you usually only need to replace a washer. However, if the body of the stem leaks, you will need to replace the faucet. Turn off the water supply to the faucet. You may find a valve that controls the line to which the faucet is connected, but if not, close the main water valve. Open the faucet and let the water drain. If you find one, open another faucet in the same line to let air in and let the water drain better. Unscrew the flange of the faucet from the house wall with a screwdriver. Go inside the house and heat the faucet fitting with a propane torch while holding the stem housing with adjustable pliers. Once the solder is shiny - which means it's melted - pull the faucet off. It will simply slip off. Wait for it to cool, then go outside, pull it out of the hole in the trim, and install a new one. File the old solder off the water pipe with a file. Paint flux on the pipe and on the inside of the faucet and slide the stem onto the pipe. Go outside again and screw the faucet to the siding. Unscrew the handle with a Phillips screwdriver and remove it. Then loosen the retaining nut under the handle with adjustable pliers and pull the valve out about halfway. This will prevent you from damaging the stem while soldering the faucet. Heat the faucet joint with a welding torch until the flux begins to boil. Remove the heat and apply lead-free solder to the joint, moving the solder around the pipe. Allow the tube to cool for 10 minutes. Slide the valve stem back into the faucet, screw on the coupling nut, and reinstall the handle. Turn on the water and test the faucet.

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Home Improvement - Preparing Your Home For Winter

With the blast of summer fun gone, after the lush foliage of fiery reds and golds have withered… there are lots of things to plan for to make the upcoming domination of snow and frost as cozy as can be. Even before the air turns crisp, one of the most essential thought that you should entertain is how to prepare your home for winter. Other than affording your family the warmth and comfort they deserve, this is also the time when energy costs balloon to some extent. To protect your budget from being busted and your New York home from possible damages, here are ways to keep homes in top-tip shape to endure the inconveniences of the icy, cold months.

Whether you are in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, Queens or Staten Island; winterizing your home would definitely be worth the investment. Spending time to fix and maintain important components of your house before the first snowflake falls would save you and your home from considerable distress. Here are some winter preparation tips to stick to:

Inspect Furnace . Ensuring that your heating debransare căldură system is working at its highest efficiency will make up for optimal comfort in your home as well as hundreds of savings on your heating cost throughout winter. Have qualified HVAC contractor inspect and tune-up your furnace and clean the ducts. Other tasks to do to maximize efficiency of your HVAC system include: Replace filters if disposable, if not, clean them. If using hot-water radiator to heat your home, bleed the lower valve by opening slightly to let out some gallons of water. This step will help clear the heater from any sediment that has already settled at the bottom. Consider switching your old thermostat with a programmable one.

Seal, Weatherstrip and Caulk

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Check the exterior and foundation for cracks especially those around electrical outlets and pipes that goes through the walls, and fill them in as needed. Secure openings like crawlspace entrances and seal up any holes that may serve as entrance points for small animals. Look over weatherstripping and caulking along all exterior trims, especially around windows and doors, if damaged or already pulling away clean up and replace with exterior grade materials.

Disconnect and Shut Off Outdoor Water Access

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Though simple, many still overlook the importance of this task and the grave consequences of doing so. Plumbing freezes are disastrous. Water expands as it freezes. Copper pipes might not contain the expansion and blow up. So shutoff outdoor faucets and insulate exposed plumbing pipes. Even garden hoses should be drained and disconnected to the house.

Roof, Gutters and Downspouts

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Have your roof thoroughly evaluated. Replace and repair damaged and missing shingles or tiles as needed. Make sure to check the flashing to make sure that your home will be free from water. To avoid ice dams caused by warm air going up to the roof when it gets too cold, have added insulation for your attic. Clear away debris that has accumulated in gutters and downspouts and consider installing leaf guards to prevent clogging.

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Hints from Heloise: Puppy pics delight | News, Sports, Jobs

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Dear Heloise: To track the growth of our puppy, we photograph him next to a teddy bear as a point of comparison once per month. This would work well if you have an overweight pet too, to monitor weight loss. We get a kick out of seeing the changes in our pup. — Kelsey W. in Ore.

MUG CAKE SNACK

Dear Heloise: I enjoy reading your column in the New Orleans Advocate. I have a hint for those of us who live alone and want a treat sometimes. Regular cake mix can be used for a “mug cake” with good results.

I mix 1/2 cup of any dry cake mix with 2 to 3 tablespoons of water in a soup mug. I stir until the lumps break up, then microwave it for 1 minute to 1 minute and 15 seconds. I let it sit for about 5 minutes, and I have a quick, sweet treat!

If I want a bit of frosting, I drizzle syrup or honey over the top. I have also sprinkled cinnamon sugar on top with delicious results.

I put the unused mix in an airtight container until I need it. One cake mix can make about five treats! — Therese W., New Orleans

CATS AND LEMONS DON’T MIX

Dear Heloise: I know how to keep cats away. I scatter orange or lemon peelings over the area where I want the cats to leave.

The cats will sniff but not eat the citrus, and they won’t come back. I replace the orange peels as they dry up. This does not harm any pets, birds or the outdoor area. — Ellen F., via email

QUARANTINE JEAN

Dear Heloise: Our family loves jigsaw puzzles! During the quarantine my daughter put a plastic tub full of used puzzles on the porch and invited the neighbors to borrow or trade. Kind of like a free little library for puzzles instead of books!

One more hint I have to share! I keep used toothbrushes in every bathroom, laundry room and even sewing room! You never know when you’ll need it to clean a tiny area, sink faucet, spot clean clothing, etc. The uses are unlimited! — Jean, via email

SUPER SCOOP

Dear Heloise: With regard to large liquid laundry soap containers: by cutting a slice off them and leaving the handle, they make good feed scoops for dogs, horses, cattle, etc. — Virginia E., via email

Readers, be sure to clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the container before using. — Heloise

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COVID-19 and littering

Dear Heloise: I am an outside worker, doing lawn maintenance for several businesses. I always have to pick up trash to do my job — used diapers, bottles, cans etc. But now, it’s used masks and gloves that have become the worst part of the job. Please ask your readers to dispose of their trash properly. — Marty M. in Texas

Marty, there really is no excuse for trash being thrown anywhere other than where it belongs. This is especially true now that we have COVID-19 to contend with and the danger it poses. Let’s do our part to keep our environment clean and safe for everyone. — Heloise

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How to Stop Outdoor Faucets From Freezing This Winter

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The winters in Edmonton can certainly take a toll on homes, especially on the pipes. One of the biggest fears many homeowners have is coming home to completely frozen pipes! While pipes inside the home are often insulated from winter weather and receive heat from HVAC units, the pipes that connect to outdoor faucets are susceptible to freezing weather. When pipes freeze, they also expand and are likely to burst to cause water damage within your home.

Fortunately, you can avoid this situation by protecting your outdoor faucets. Read on to discover how you can freeze-proof your faucets.

1. Pre-Winter Draining The most effective way to prevent freezing pipes is by draining the lines before the first big freeze or temperature dip of the winter. To drain the pipes, find the valve that controls the outside faucet water flow and turn it off. Then, open the outside faucets and allow them to drain completely. Ensure you remove any splitters, hoses or additional attachments to make draining easier. Without any water in the line, the pipes won’t be able to freeze.

2. Frost-Free Hose Bib If you’re unable to turn off and drain the lines, another alternative is to install a frost-free bib. The bib will replace the old outdoor faucet and runs into the side of your home where the shut off control valve is located. This creates a specific valve for the outdoor faucet to make draining much easier. Using a frost-free bib or spigot enables faucet to use year-round regardless of freezing temperatures.

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Eagle Mountain Products is the official online retailer and carries the full line of Woodford outdoor watering devices and accessories.   Since we know virtually everything there is to know about Woodford products, we are also a source for troubleshooting and repairing any one of our faucets or yard hydrants and carry all of the parts to do so.  

For incidence, if your Woodford frost free faucet or hydrant is leaking from the spout when it is turned off, it may be that the valve seat rubber is worn or damaged and needs to be replaced.  Or it could be the retainer screw is loose. While a simple repair, it is important to do and we have the genuine Woodford replacement parts you need.  After you turn off the water, please follow our online instructions.  

Another problem can be water leaking from around the operating stem when the faucet is on.  In this case the leak can generally be fixed by tightening the hex packing nut.  Without removing any parts, tighten the packing nut behind the handle until snug and the leaking stops.  If it is still leaking, it may require a new EPDM packing that is readily available at Eagle Mountain.  

Leaks can also be caused by a worn out vacuum breaker. Woodford’s durable anti-siphon vacuum breakers are designed to protect your hose connection from contamination, and we have models intended for use in freezing temperatures.  You may want to consider our exclusive Woodford 50H Series that protects from splash-back and is the first ASSE 1052 approved automatic draining high-flow double-check backflow preventer.   It is available in a choice of brass or chrome and 1/2" or 3/4" threads.  Please visit our website to view our full selection of outdoor faucets, hydrants, upgrade kits and repair parts.  

Eagle Mountain Products is proud to be the authorized online retailer of the Woodford Manufacturing Company.  In addition to our products, we offer customers a full service website loaded with information and instructional videos on how to repair or replace an outdoor faucet or yard hydrant.  You can purchase with confidence any one of our exceptional, exclusive products from Woodford Manufacturing Company and Watco Manufacturing Company.

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How To: Replace an Outdoor Faucet

Replacing that leaky outdoor faucet with a frost-free model can save you money on your water bill while preventing future leaks. from builders feed https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-outdoor-faucet/ via http://www.rssmix.com/

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What If A Water Sample Is ‘Unsafe?’

To get an accurate sample, take water from a clean faucet and handle it with care.

In most cases a water sample is unsafe if it has coliform bacteria in it. Coliform bacteria are an indicator that other potentially harmful bacteria and contaminant are present. The water in your Waukesha WI home can be at risk for a number of reasons, especially if you rely upon your own water well.

Nearly 1 million people have private wells in Wisconsin and, unlike public water supplies, they are not protected or maintained by government agencies. It’s up to the homeowner to keep them safe. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) sets and enforces standards for well construction, pump installation, well fitting and sealing. But there are no rules on how often to test well water. Keeping your well water safe is up to you.

When was the last time you had your well water tested? You want your family to be safe and healthy, right?

Recent state-wide surveys found only 10% to 16% of private well owners regularly test their well water for any contaminants. You should test your well every year for bacteria and nitrates – more often if you notice changes in water color, taste or smell.

Clean, safe drinking water should be a high priority. Check out a recent Wisconsin Plan for details.

Collecting A Water Sample

Keeping your well cap clean and sealed against insects and debris is a great first step to a positive water test report.

Most water sources are safe from coliform bacteria. Yet, samples taken at random result in an “unsafe” result. What’s up with that? Before you worry about your health, consider the possibilities for a false reading. The way you take samples impacts how the results come back. Poor sampling techniques or taking a sample in a hurry can result in a false finding. Collecting water for testing with dirty hands, or using a dirty sample bottle easily contaminates the sample. Even setting the bottle cap on a dirty surface is a risk – never set it on the ground. Testing for bacteria is very sensitive. The pesky germs are literally everywhere. Consider more possible ways a sample can get spoiled:

Taking water from a dirty faucet – a dirty or leaking tap.

A faucet with plastic parts – bacteria cling to plastic so avoid a faucet with plastic parts. NOTE – many new fixtures have plastic valves inside them so be aware.

Samples taken through a faucet aerator can capture bacteria trapped in the mesh.

If you can, sterilize faucets before taking a sample for testing. Remove any clinging bacteria that can spoil an accurate test.

If you’re taking your sample from an outdoor source, keep in mind:

Insects can contaminate a frost-free hose bib outdoors and bugs are not clean.

NEVER, EVER take a sample from a garden hose – bacteria love garden hoses. The enclosure, left in the hot sun, is an ideal breeding ground for bacteria.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offers guidelines and resources to explain the value of water testing when it comes to family wellbeing.

Pay Attention To Water Well Systems

There is an assortment of sources for contamination inside every water well system. Everything from its pumps, pipes and tanks to a well’s basic components. If you’re looking for sources contributing to an unsafe report, consider:

A bad pressure tank within the well system

An underground pressure tank with a pin hole leak

The bladder or diaphragm on the pressure tank is leaking

Maybe your system needs a good cleaning, shocking and chlorination. Keeping it in tip top shape is up to you. There are resources in the area to do the job. Getting it done right is worth the peace of mind knowing your drinking water is safe, right?

A well and water system professional can also check and repair problems with the well itself. Problems that may include:

A crack in the well casing or a bad weld that’s leaking.

Well casing that’s too close to the ground – a lawn mower can blow debris into it if it’s less than 12 inches high.

A broken well cap – cracks allow insects, dirt and debris into well water.

No well cap at all – if you’re using an old pail or coffee can, get a new cap installed.

Broken, leaking lateral line between the well and buildings.

Electrical troubles – a frayed wire can contribute to an environment where bacteria thrive.

No backflow prevention device or one that’s not working properly.

Turn Around An ‘Unsafe’ Water Sample

Do you have the scary-looking bugs called earwigs in your yard? They are one of the worst causes of contamination in private wells. Along with other insects they get into the system and bring with them bacteria. If insects are present in huge numbers you might have to get them vacuumed out. Then a good dose of chlorine returns the system to normal.

From this brief review of potential sources of contamination you can understand why keeping your drinking water safe isn’t easy. You can take samples of your drinking water and send them off for testing, or you can rely on professionals like the staff of Schoenwalder Plumbing.

Our certified licensed plumbers are not only ready to provide accurate testing, they’re trained to repair or replace anything within your well water system. Give us a call and we’ll take an accurate water sample and provide you with reliable solutions for your Waukesha WI or Lake Country property.

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How To Prevent Outside Faucets From Freezing in Your Home 


Frozen outdoor pipes are the last thing you want to find after a cold winter night.  If water is allowed to remain in your home’s pipes, it will expand while freezing to the point that it is large enough to break right on through the pipe.  You will save a lot of time, money and frustration by winterizing these outdoor faucets to prevent water damage.  Here’s how to do it.

  Start by Disconnecting the Hoses in Autumn

Do not forget to disconnect the hoses before winter starts.  Connected hoses retain water even when the faucet is off.  Water freezes within the hose as temperatures drop, causing the pipe to burst.  It is quite possible the pipe will break in the winter yet you might not know about it until spring when you attempt to use your outdoor faucet.  The location of the break determines whether water will spray along your home’s exterior or interior.

Draining the hose line will go a long way in preventing the pipes from freezing when the temperatures dip low in the winter.  Pinpoint the water flow valve that controls the flow of water to outdoor faucets.  In most homes, this valve is positioned in the basement.  Turn the valve to the off position.  Open all of the outdoor faucets to ensure the water can drain.  Ideally, there won’t be any water in the line so there is no potential for it to freeze.

  Apply a Faucet Cover

Disconnecting your outdoor hose is not the sole means of preventing the faucet from freezing and water from bursting in the pipe.  Be sure to apply an outdoor faucet cover.  The average hardware store has affordable Styrofoam faucet covers that will isolate and safeguard the faucet from winter’s wrath.  Follow the instructions as detailed by the manufacturer when adding the faucet cover to your outdoor faucet.  Make sure the faucet cover is tightly secured.

  Add a Frost-Free Faucet

Those who have already had problems with their outdoor faucet are undoubtedly in search of a permanent solution.  It might be possible to replace the current outdoor faucet with a frost-free faucet.  The frost-free version is engineered to function in the freezing cold.  Just be sure to disconnect the hose once winter rolls around.  Homeowners should also know it is possible for frost-free spigots to break when the hose is connected as water remains trapped within the pipe and faucet head.

  How to Determine if Your Outdoor Faucet is Frost-free

In general, faucets with knobs that are perpendicular to the home are frost-free.  The purpose of the knob is to turn a lengthy stem that closes the valve in the home where temperatures are more tolerable.  For the most part, knobs that are positioned at a 45 degree angle are not frost-free and will require winterization.

  Consider Adding Insulation

The addition of insulation is another helpful preventive measure as it protects outdoor faucets against the harsh winter conditions.  Ideally, homeowners will add insulation to every outdoor faucet before the start of each winter.  Consider adding a cloth faucet sack/sock to hook over your outdoor faucet for protection throughout the entirety of winter.  Faucet socks trap the heat that radiates through the water pipe from indoors yet they do not significantly increase the faucet temperature as no heat is generated. However, even the relatively modest additional protection against freezing can prove quite helpful.

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How To Prevent Outside Faucets From Freezing in Your Home 


Frozen outdoor pipes are the last thing you want to find after a cold winter night.  If water is allowed to remain in your home’s pipes, it will expand while freezing to the point that it is large enough to break right on through the pipe.  You will save a lot of time, money and frustration by winterizing these outdoor faucets to prevent water damage.  Here’s how to do it.

  Start by Disconnecting the Hoses in Autumn

Do not forget to disconnect the hoses before winter starts.  Connected hoses retain water even when the faucet is off.  Water freezes within the hose as temperatures drop, causing the pipe to burst.  It is quite possible the pipe will break in the winter yet you might not know about it until spring when you attempt to use your outdoor faucet.  The location of the break determines whether water will spray along your home’s exterior or interior.

 Draining the hose line will go a long way in preventing the pipes from freezing when the temperatures dip low in the winter.  Pinpoint the water flow valve that controls the flow of water to outdoor faucets.  In most homes, this valve is positioned in the basement.  Turn the valve to the off position.  Open all of the outdoor faucets to ensure the water can drain.  Ideally, there won’t be any water in the line so there is no potential for it to freeze.

   Apply a Faucet Cover

Disconnecting your outdoor hose is not the sole means of preventing the faucet from freezing and water from bursting in the pipe.  Be sure to apply an outdoor faucet cover.  The average hardware store has affordable Styrofoam faucet covers that will isolate and safeguard the faucet from winter’s wrath.  Follow the instructions as detailed by the manufacturer when adding the faucet cover to your outdoor faucet.  Make sure the faucet cover is tightly secured.

  Add a Frost-Free Faucet

Those who have already had problems with their outdoor faucet are undoubtedly in search of a permanent solution.  It might be possible to replace the current outdoor faucet with a frost-free faucet.  The frost-free version is engineered to function in the freezing cold.  Just be sure to disconnect the hose once winter rolls around.  Homeowners should also know it is possible for frost-free spigots to break when the hose is connected as water remains trapped within the pipe and faucet head.

   How to Determine if Your Outdoor Faucet is Frost-free

In general, faucets with knobs that are perpendicular to the home are frost-free.  The purpose of the knob is to turn a lengthy stem that closes the valve in the home where temperatures are more tolerable.  For the most part, knobs that are positioned at a 45 degree angle are not frost-free and will require winterization.

  Consider Adding Insulation

The addition of insulation is another helpful preventive measure as it protects outdoor faucets against the harsh winter conditions.  Ideally, homeowners will add insulation to every outdoor faucet before the start of each winter.  Consider adding a cloth faucet sack/sock to hook over your outdoor faucet for protection throughout the entirety of winter.  Faucet socks trap the heat that radiates through the water pipe from indoors yet they do not significantly increase the faucet temperature as no heat is generated. However, even the relatively modest additional protection against freezing can prove quite helpful.

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How To Prevent Outside Faucets From Freezing in Your Home 


Frozen outdoor pipes are the last thing you want to find after a cold winter night.  If water is allowed to remain in your home’s pipes, it will expand while freezing to the point that it is large enough to break right on through the pipe.  You will save a lot of time, money and frustration by winterizing these outdoor faucets to prevent water damage.  Here’s how to do it.

    Start by Disconnecting the Hoses in Autumn

Do not forget to disconnect the hoses before winter starts.  Connected hoses retain water even when the faucet is off.  Water freezes within the hose as temperatures drop, causing the pipe to burst.  It is quite possible the pipe will break in the winter yet you might not know about it until spring when you attempt to use your outdoor faucet.  The location of the break determines whether water will spray along your home’s exterior or interior.

  Draining the hose line will go a long way in preventing the pipes from freezing when the temperatures dip low in the winter.  Pinpoint the water flow valve that controls the flow of water to outdoor faucets.  In most homes, this valve is positioned in the basement.  Turn the valve to the off position.  Open all of the outdoor faucets to ensure the water can drain.  Ideally, there won’t be any water in the line so there is no potential for it to freeze.

      Apply a Faucet Cover

Disconnecting your outdoor hose is not the sole means of preventing the faucet from freezing and water from bursting in the pipe.  Be sure to apply an outdoor faucet cover.  The average hardware store has affordable Styrofoam faucet covers that will isolate and safeguard the faucet from winter’s wrath.  Follow the instructions as detailed by the manufacturer when adding the faucet cover to your outdoor faucet.  Make sure the faucet cover is tightly secured.

    Add a Frost-Free Faucet

Those who have already had problems with their outdoor faucet are undoubtedly in search of a permanent solution.  It might be possible to replace the current outdoor faucet with a frost-free faucet.  The frost-free version is engineered to function in the freezing cold.  Just be sure to disconnect the hose once winter rolls around.  Homeowners should also know it is possible for frost-free spigots to break when the hose is connected as water remains trapped within the pipe and faucet head.

      How to Determine if Your Outdoor Faucet is Frost-free

In general, faucets with knobs that are perpendicular to the home are frost-free.  The purpose of the knob is to turn a lengthy stem that closes the valve in the home where temperatures are more tolerable.  For the most part, knobs that are positioned at a 45 degree angle are not frost-free and will require winterization.

    Consider Adding Insulation

The addition of insulation is another helpful preventive measure as it protects outdoor faucets against the harsh winter conditions.  Ideally, homeowners will add insulation to every outdoor faucet before the start of each winter.  Consider adding a cloth faucet sack/sock to hook over your outdoor faucet for protection throughout the entirety of winter.  Faucet socks trap the heat that radiates through the water pipe from indoors yet they do not significantly increase the faucet temperature as no heat is generated. However, even the relatively modest additional protection against freezing can prove quite helpful.

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You may be aware that if you live in an area with freezing temperatures, you need a frost free faucet but you may not know how one works.

Before frost free faucets, it was common for faucets in cold climates to rupture when water froze inside the faucet tube.  The problem occurs when outside temperatures begin to warm and water in the pipe is unable to drain out around the expanding ice blockage, which causes the water pressure to mount and the pipe to burst.  

The difference in installation for a frost free faucet is that it is installed with a downward pitch toward the nozzle in order to facilitate water draining completely out of the faucet and reducing the problem of water building up inside the tube.  Hoses must not be left attached to the faucet as this prevents the water from draining.

For help installing, watch Eagle Mountain Products step-by-step video on how to properly install a frost free faucet.  Please visit Eagle Mountain Products website to view our video library and the full line of Woodford outdoor faucets and accessories.

Eagle Mountain Products is proud to be the authorized online retailer of the Woodford Manufacturing Company.  In addition to our products, we offer customers a full service website loaded with information and instructional videos on how to repair or replace an outdoor faucet or yard hydrant.  You can purchase with confidence any one of our exceptional, exclusive products from Woodford Manufacturing Company and Watco Manufacturing Company.

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Another innovative kit from Woodford Manufacturing and sold at Eagle Mountain Product’s online store is the Woodford Adjustable Rod Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) Anti-Rupture Kit.  This revolutionary kit offers homeowners the utmost protection from their outdoor faucet bursting in freezing conditions even if a hose was left connected to the faucet.  

The PRV that comes with the kit is our exclusive patented resetting valve designed to prevent the copper faucet tube from rupturing and eliminates the potential for water damage to your home or property.  The kit’s innovative adjustable rod will fit the most common (4” to 14”) Woodford faucet rod lengths and can be used on Models 14, 16, 17, 19, 22, and 22V (you will need two kits for the hot and cold Models 22 and 22V).

The kit is easy to install especially after you take a look at our video instructions that walk you through the entire job.  In addition you will receive a diagram to scale with your kit so you do not have to remove your existing rod to order.  When you get the kit, you will simply match your old rod length to the new RK-ADJ-PRV and build it to size using the adjustable rod stems and stainless steel clips.    

Please visit the Eagle Mountain website to view the entire line of Woodford frost free faucets and yard hydrants as well as our exclusive kits and authentic replacement parts.   Durable, as well as easy to install and maintain, our products are the same ones that professional plumbers have used and trusted for years.   Check out our video library for more tips on how to install, repair or upgrade Woodford outdoor faucets and yard hydrants.

Eagle Mountain Products is proud to be the authorized online retailer of the Woodford Manufacturing Company.  In addition to our products, we offer customers a full service website loaded with information and instructional videos on how to repair or replace an outdoor faucet or yard hydrant.  You can purchase with confidence any one of our exceptional products from Woodford Manufacturing Company and Watco Manufacturing Company.

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As the official online retailer of Woodford Manufacturing, we provide a comprehensive website where customers find the parts they need as well as the help to repair or install their Woodford products.  Eagle Mountain Product’s inventory includes the complete line of durable, high-quality Woodford frost free faucets and yard hydrants, which are designed to be used year-round for residential irrigation purposes even during sub-zero temperatures.  

A convenient way to repair your Woodford is by purchasing one of our inexpensive Woodford Faucet Repair Kits.  For example if you want to repair a Model 19 faucet, you may just need to buy the Woodford Model RK-19VB Vacuum Breaker Float Repair Kit, which will contain a new cap, body and float. Then be sure to take a look at the step-by-step video we have put together that shows you how to do the repair including the tools you will need.  

Our website also offers an Over-Sized Flange Repair Kit that can be attached to any new or existing Woodford Model 14, 16, 17, 19 & 101 wall flanges.  The outer holes are spaced a full 3 1/2" apart to provide a better mounting screw contact in either masonry or siding.  For a new installation, you will join the (2) RK-OSF halves around the faucet tube and behind the existing faucet flange and then fasten the flanges together using the two screws provided  Finally you will need to position the faucet through the wall and secure it with the appropriate screws.  

Eagle Mountain’s other top selling repair parts include Operating Rods, EPDM Packing, Valve Seat Rubber, Y34 packing, and the Y34 Head. Remember we have replacement parts for every Woodford product whether it is a current or obsolete model.  Please visit our website to find everything you need to keep your Woodford product in tiptop shape.  

Eagle Mountain Products is proud to be the authorized online retailer of the Woodford Manufacturing Company.  In addition to our products, we offer customers a full service website loaded with information and instructional videos on how to repair or replace an outdoor faucet or yard hydrant.  You can purchase with confidence any one of our exceptional products from Woodford Manufacturing Company and Watco Manufacturing Company.

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If you live in an area that ever experiences freezing temperatures, you need to buy a frost free faucet.  It is important to have the right outdoor faucet as your home and property could be at risk of flooding from a ruptured faucet if it is not designed to handle freezing conditions. 

This is why Eagle Mountain Products clearly explains which of our high-quality Woodford outdoor faucets are designed to withstand freezing temperatures.  An example of a frost free faucet is our Model 17 Anti-Siphon, which is one of our more popular faucets.  Intended for year-round residential use regardless of the temperature, the Model 17 will not rupture in freezing weather if the valve is shut off and the hose is disconnected.

Another Woodford faucet that is a great choice for anyone who lives in areas with freezing weather is the Model 19 that can also be used year-round but is additionally rupture protected.  The Model 19 comes with a patented resetting pressure relief valve that is designed to prevent the faucet casing tube from bursting in freezing conditions even when a hose is left connected.  

Eagle Mountain recommends the sturdy Model 22 or Model V22 for customers who want to be able to access both hot and cold water regardless of how cold it is outside.  It too contains our patented resetting pressure relief valve so you are protected from the faucet rupturing even with the hose attached.  The handy faucet is equipped with separate hot and cold inlet tubes to provide manually operated temperature control.  Furthermore, it contains an integral backflow protection device so it does not require an add-on vacuum breaker.

We encourage you to visit Eagle Mountain’s online store to see the full line of Woodford outdoor frost free faucets and yard hydrants.   While you are there take a look at our videos that show you how to install and repair them.

Eagle Mountain Products is proud to be the authorized online retailer of the Woodford Manufacturing Company.  In addition to our products, we offer customers a full service website loaded with information and instructional videos on how to repair or replace an outdoor faucet or yard hydrant.  You can purchase with confidence any one of our exceptional products from Woodford Manufacturing Company and Watco Manufacturing Company.

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Did you know that you can buy a yard hydrant that offers an immediate water flow even in extremely cold conditions?  Eagle Mountain Products carries the full line of Woodford outdoor watering devices that includes a selection of frost free yard hydrants. Yard hydrants are a great time saver for anyone with a large yard or garden to water.  

Our selection of yard hydrants includes the IOWA® Model Y34 that is one of our most popular hydrants and is the first product that Woodford starting manufacturing in 1929.   It is a frost free model and is intended to be used year-round.  Some of the features it offers are a variable-flow, long-life packing, and a rod guide that eliminates side pull on the rod.  

If you decide on a frost free model, you are protected against freezing as the shut-off valve for the hydrant is below the frost line when installed properly.  Once the hydrant is shut-off and all devices removed from nozzle, the hydrant will drain and not freeze. 

One of the great advantages to buying a Woodford is that we carry all the replacement parts to fix or upgrade any models produced since 1929, whether it is a current or obsolete product.  Keep in mind that any repairs on all of our hydrants are easily done as you do not have to remove the unit from the ground. 

Eagle Mountain’s website makes online shopping convenient by allowing you the opportunity to browse through the full selection of Woodford products to find the right choices for your needs.  As a service to our customers, Eagle Mountain also provides an on-going collection of step-by-step videos to use as a guide for your do-it-yourself installations and repairs. 

Our staff is knowledgeable and friendly and we are glad to answer any questions you may have beyond what you may find on our site.   

Eagle Mountain Products is proud to be the authorized online retailer of the Woodford Manufacturing Company and we carry the entire line of outdoor faucets, yard hydrants and parts.  We also provide customers with lots of DIY information as well as a library of videos on how to install or repair one of our products.  See our website to learn more about our dependable Woodford hydrants.