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Comment “Link” to grab this $3 spigot protector. This is designed for outdoor spigots to protect from freezing temperatures. Link here: https://shoplowes.me/48skeuH Our Lakehouse has older spigots and we’ve had a problem with our pipes freezing - even with the water turned off. This will provide extra protection against the harsh winds and cold temperatures. #lowesfinds #lowescreator @loweshomeimprovement #winterization #lakehouse

Cold weather is on the way, but that shouldn’t mean you have to freeze in your own home. There are many ways to insulate your windows and keep the cold out.  Whether you choose to re-caulk, cover your windows with plastic film, hang thermal curtains, or install new  windows - just know, you have options!  Save this post AND save energy and money on utility bills with your newly insulated windows!

Winter Driving Risks: What You Need to Know Winter roads can be deceptively dangerous. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures increase the risk of accidents, even for experienced drivers. Understanding the hazards and preparing for them is essential for your safety. **1. Slippery Roads:** Snow, ice, and black ice reduce tire traction, making braking and steering more difficult. A slight turn or sudden brake can lead to skidding or loss of control. **2. Reduced Visibility:** Fog, heavy snowfall, and shorter daylight hours can impair your vision. Snow-covered windshields, dirty lights, or foggy windows add to the challenge. **3. Vehicle Performance Issues:** Cold weather can affect your car’s battery, tire pressure, brakes, and fluid levels. Winter tires or chains may be necessary in icy regions. **4. Longer Stopping Distances:** On snow or ice, your car may need 3–10 times more distance to stop compared to dry conditions. Maintain extra distance from the vehicle ahead. **5. Roadside Hazards:** Hidden obstacles like snowdrifts, potholes, or ice patches can appear suddenly. Guardrails, medians, and shoulders may be covered by snow, limiting escape options. **6. Driver Fatigue and Stress:** Driving in winter requires more concentration. Fatigue, stress, and slower reaction times increase accident risk. **7. Unexpected Weather Changes:** Winter conditions can change rapidly. A clear road can become icy within minutes, or sudden snowfall can reduce traction and visibility drastically. **Safety Tips:** * Slow down and drive according to conditions. * Keep a safe distance from other vehicles. * Equip your vehicle with winter tires and check brakes. * Keep emergency supplies: blankets, food, water, and a flashlight. * Avoid sudden movements—accelerate, brake, and steer gently. Winter driving demands caution, preparation, and patience. A few simple precautions can **prevent accidents and save lives**. : : #WinterDriving #DriveSafeThisWinter #Winterization #SnowDrivingTips #WinterRoadSafety

Forget everything you know about tedious, risky winter maintenance. This isn't about flipping panels or sending crews onto slippery, precarious surfaces. This is engineering elegance in action—the brilliant "guide rail tensioning mechanism" for solar panel snow removal. Watch as simple physics solves a complex problem. At the command of maintenance personnel, a motor activates, driving a pulley system along precision guide rails mounted on the panel array's perimeter. A horizontal snow-clearing beam, connected to this system, then rolls smoothly and continuously across the entire surface. It acts like a gentle, giant squeegee for snow, using consistent, even tension to push even thick accumulations cleanly off the panels in one fluid motion. The genius is in the mechanics: Pulleys amplify the tension force, while rollers minimize friction, allowing a relatively small motor to clear a massive area. This method provides a uniform thrust that manual tools can't match, ensuring no spot is missed and—critically—that the delicate photovoltaic glass remains completely unscratched by shovels or abrasive ice scrapers. This is more than just a clever tool; it's a fundamental shift in thinking. It prioritizes safety (keeping workers firmly on the ground), efficiency (clearing fields in minutes), and asset protection (preserving the panels' integrity and long-term energy output). By guaranteeing peak winter performance, this system turns a seasonal headache into a managed, automated process, safeguarding the investment and the energy supply. This is how smart design ensures that renewable energy doesn't take a snow day. #SolarTech #Winterization #RenewableEnergy

Wrapped, bundled, and pampered… because our Golden Girls don’t do rain or cold. Certified winter divas. 😂💛🌧🌵 #FamilyOwned #CactusAndSucculents #pootscactusnursery #Poots #cactus #nursery #succulents #RiponCA #Ripon #winter #rain #goldenbarrel #garden #winterization #cactuscollection #landscape #xeriscape #succulentlovers #goldengirls #cactusandsucculents #plantshopfinds #succulentaddict #plantshopping #greenthumb #succulentobsessed #cactusgarden #succulentstyle #winteriscoming #Pootsplants #PootsplantsRipon

Last week, the temperature dropped from the '70s to the '60s (don't worry it's back in the '70s now! 😅) and the tire pressure warning notification showed up on my supra's instrument cluster. I knew it was a result of the temperature drop since all 4 tires were just a little low; that's a much more likely reason than all of them springing a super small leak! That inspired me to make this quick video, because --even though I know better-- this is often something that I overlook on all of my other cars, none of which have the TPMS warning system! I checked them all, and everyone was 3-5 psi low. So for those of you who needed a gentle PSA: check your tire pressure, y'all!! Save your tires from uneven and premature wear, and increase your fuel economy! . . . . . . . . . . #TPMS #TirePressure #CheckYourTires #AutomotivePSA #AutoPSA #AutoDIY #CarTips #DIYTips #MechanicTips #CarMaintenance #AutoMaintenance #CarCare #Winterization #CarGirl #GirlMechanic #FemaleMechanic #MasterTech #Mechanic #MechanicLife #ShopLife #AutomotiveTechnician #AutoTech #ToyotaTech #FayeHadley #PistonsAndPixieDust

This is the simple 8 step process I use to get my lawn mower maintenance and winterized! For any one that owns a lawn mower this is a must to do to your lawn mower every winter to keep it in tip top shape! Leave a comment down below if you have any other maintenance or winterization tips! Full video on my You Tube channel on how to get this done! #diy #diyideas #lawnmower #lawnmowerrepair #lawnmowerservice #LawnMowerMaintenance #lawnmowermaintenance #maintenance #DIYDad #diydaddy #winterize #Winterization #johndeere #E120 #ridinglawnmower #CubCadet #husqvarna #toro #craftsman

With freezing weather on the way, let us tell you about these Aquor Hose Bibs! . . . #aquor #hosebibs #winterization

Sea-Doo Switch owners beware! ⚠️ #boating #winterization #boatingtips #boatlife #lakehopatcong #bridgemarina

I know temps have still been in the 80’s & you should still be boating🚤, but it’s not too early to schedule winterization for your boat, b4 it gets too late! #winterization #winterized #boatlife #boating #lakeoftheozarks #loz #ozarks #pfitzermedia #lakeoftheozarkslifestyle

GEM founder @michaelcapponi speaking to @nbc about winterization and light repairs on schools in #ukraine #winterization #bucha #schools #education @fund_lifequality

CNG Filter You Know #WinterServices #gameitem #weatherpreparation #vehicle #winterization