A single burst pipe can cause tens of thousands of dollars in water damage. As temperatures drop in the Midwest, vacant or under-occupied properties are at serious risk. Rowlett Property Care’s professional Winterization and Pipe Freeze Prevention Service is a critical, proactive measure to safeguard your plumbing system and property interior from the devastating effects of freezing.

Our systematic winterization process is designed for peace of mind, ensuring that homes, apartments, and vacant properties are properly prepared to withstand Nebraska and Iowa winters, whether you're a homeowner, landlord, or property manager.

Ideal For:

Vacant Properties & Apartments between tenants or on the market.

Seasonal or Secondary Homes that will be unoccupied during winter months.

Landlords & Property Managers as part of a seasonal maintenance plan.

Estate Properties requiring long-term preservation.

Homeowners planning extended winter travel.

Our Comprehensive Winterization Process

Our trained technicians follow a meticulous, room-by-room checklist to ensure every part of your plumbing system is protected from freezing temperatures.

Complete Plumbing System Protection:

Main Water Supply Sh-Off & Drain: We will locate and turn off the main water supply valve to the property.

System Draining & Blow-Out: Using compressed air, we will clear water from all interior water lines, including supply lines to sinks, toilets, washing machines, and interior silcocks.

Fixture & Appliance Prep:

Sinks & Faucets: Drain traps and pour environmentally-safe antifreeze into all P-traps and drains.

Toilets: Flush and sponge out remaining water from tanks and bowls, then add antifreeze.

Water Heater: Power down and completely drain the water heater to prevent damage and save energy.

Appliances: Drain water supply lines to ice makers, washing machines, and dishwashers.

Exterior Faucet & Irrigation Prep: Shut off and drain exterior water spigots (hose bibs). We recommend a separate service for professional irrigation system blow-out.

Supporting Property Preparations (Included):

HVAC System Setting: Set the furnace thermostat to a low, consistent temperature (typically 55°F) to maintain a minimum ambient heat if the property will have power. For properties without power, we will ensure the system is fully drained.

Interior Check: Ensure all windows are closed and latched. We will check for drafts that could accelerate freezing in vulnerable areas like crawl spaces.

Final Walk-Through & Verification: Double-check that all water has been purged from the system and that antifreeze is present in all necessary drains.

What You Receive

After completion of the winterization service, you will receive a comprehensive digital report for your records and insurance purposes, including:

Service Summary: A checklist confirming each completed step of the winterization process.

Photo Documentation: Photos of key components (main valve shut-off, drained appliances, antifreeze in traps) as proof of service.

System Status & Recommendations: Clear notes on:

Property Secured: System is fully winterized and safe for freezing conditions.

Owner/Manager Actions Required: Any necessary follow-up (e.g., "recommend scheduling irrigation blow-out," "furnace filter is dirty - replace before restarting system").

Restart Instructions: Basic guidelines for safely restoring water service to the property in the spring.

Why Choose Rowlett Property Care for Winterization?

Prevent Catastrophic Loss: A small investment in winterization prevents an average of $10,000+ in water damage from a single burst pipe.

Insurance Compliance: Many insurance policies require proper winterization for vacant properties to maintain coverage for water damage claims.

Systematic & Thorough: We don't just "drip faucets." We use the industry-approved method of draining and antifreeze to ensure complete protection.

Local Climate Expertise: We know exactly how harsh Omaha and Council Bluffs winters can be and prepare properties accordingly.

Vacant Property Specialists: This service integrates seamlessly with our Vacant Property Inspection program for ongoing winter monitoring.

Trusted & Detailed: You receive clear documentation for your peace of mind and for any future tenant move-in or property sale.

Don’t Gamble with Frozen Pipes This Winter.

Schedule professional winterization today and transform winter worry into confidence. Protect your valuable investment before the deep freeze arrives.

Schedule Your Winterization Service Online at www.rowlettpropertycare.com or Call (531) 217-4800

Serving Omaha, NE; Council Bluffs, IA; and the surrounding metro area.