AS snow lands over the UK and temperatures plummet, if you want to avoid pricey frozen pipes, you’ll need to listen up. To ensure you avoid internal and external damage during the winter months, homeowners must ensure they prepare ahead of time. 3 A plumber has revealed the exact temperature to keep your home at to ensure your pipes don't freeze this winter Credit: Getty 3 So as temperatures plummet and snow lands in the UK, you'll need to take notes if you want to avoid any pipe disasters this season Credit: Getty 3 According to David Doran, keeping your home at a stable temperature is key Credit: Getty Cold temperatures increase the risk of household pipes freezing and cracking, which can cause significant damage to both plumbing and heating systems.

But fortunately for you, there are some simple steps you can take to prevent this. And don't worry, you won't need to brave the cold and go and do anything to your pipes. In fact, everything you need to check is in your home, so it's perfect for chilly days like today.

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it's made a big difference According to a professional plumber, if you want to ensure your pipes don’t freeze, you’ll need to make sure your home is at the correct temperature. David Doran, a plumbing expert at Blackstone Plumbing & Heating Ltd , explained that you sho.