With Lancaster county receiving a freeze warning, Lincoln Water System is urging the public to take necessary steps to protect pipes from freezing. Frozen pipes can result in costly damage and high bills for homeowners.

According to Lincoln Water System, the most common problems residents face are lawn irrigation systems that have not been properly winterized, pipes or backflow devices freezing and breaking, and pipes freezing along exterior walls in poorly insulated locations and in unheated basements, crawl spaces, attached garages, and cabinets.

Lincoln Water System recommends the following precautions:

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