So the other day I had a call about a burst pipe right after New Year’s Eve. Turns out the owner had been up all night celebrating and forgot to drain the outdoor hoses. I guess you could say the pipe really had a ‘blast’! If only it could’ve joined the party instead of making such a mess.
But that reminds me of a job last year where a homeowner also had a late-night bash and forgot to winterize — pro tip: always set a reminder to drain those hoses before the big night. Got any other wild party plumbing stories?
, burst pipes after a night of partying always drive me nuts! I once had a client who left it too late, and their whole basement ended up flooded. If they’d just remembered to drain the hoses before the celebrations, they could’ve saved themselves a ton of trouble.
I had a similar situation a few years back — i always suggest doing a quick check on outdoor plumbing before holidays — just to avoid that last-minute rush. @lisa_rod71’s right, if you plan ahead, you can steer clear of the chaos.