Maintenance Guides / Pool & Hot Tub

Winterize Outdoor Shower (Cold Climate)

Difficulty: moderateTime: 60 minsEst. Cost: $30 - $150

Why it matters

A single burst supply line in an outdoor shower wall costs $2000–5000 to repair (drywall replacement, possible structural damage); freezing is the #1 cause of failure.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Turn off the main shut-off valve for outdoor shower supply

  • 2

    Open all shower and drain valves to release water and pressure

  • 3

    Drain the supply line by opening the lowest point or blow-out valve

  • 4

    Wrap all exposed copper or PEX pipes with foam pipe insulation or self-regulating heat tape