Maintenance Guides / Plumbing & Water

Turn on outdoor water supply

Difficulty: easyTime: 15 mins

Why it matters

If a pipe froze and cracked during winter, turning the water back on could cause an immediate flood. Checking it now prevents surprises.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Remove insulated covers from all outdoor spigots.

  • 2

    Ensure each spigot valve is in the closed position.

  • 3

    Go indoors and slowly turn the main water shut-off valve back on.

  • 4

    Check indoor pipes for any immediate leaks.

  • 5

    Test each outdoor spigot to confirm water flows properly.