Getting Your Lakehouse Ready with PML’s Winter Protection Program

As we brace for colder temperatures in East Texas, ensuring your lakehouse or ranch property is prepared for the unpredictable icy weather is crucial. Winter in this region can bring below sub-freezing temperatures, power outages, and other severe conditions that can wreak havoc on homes, especially when they aren’t  your primary residence. At Prep My Lakehouse (PML), we understand the unique challenges that lakehouse owners face during winter, and that’s why we’ve developed our Winter Protection Program (WPP). This comprehensive service is designed to protect your home from the harsh effects of freezing weather, allowing you to enjoy peace of mind even when you’re miles away.

Why Winterizing Your Lakehouse Is Essential

If you own a lakehouse, you know it requires special care, particularly when the weather turns cold. Prolonged freezing temperatures can cause significant damage to your property, particularly to its irrigation systems, plumbing, water pipes, and outdoor areas. Burst pipes, damaged irrigation pumps, and frozen spigots/outdoor showers are common problems during winter freezes. Without proper precautions, these issues lead to expensive repairs and extensive damage to your property.

For lakehouses that aren’t occupied year-round, these problems can escalate quickly if not addressed in time. Winterizing your home ensures that your investment is protected from the unpredictable weather patterns expected for East Texas this winter, including potential power outages when the temperatures drop.

What Does PML’s Winter Protection Program (WPP) Include?

Our dedicated team will spring into action whenever below sub-freezing temperatures are predicted for longer than 12 hours to ensure your lakehouse is safe and sound. Here’s how we do it:

1. Heating Your Home: We turn on your heating system and set it to 70 degrees (or your preferred temperature). This ensures that your home stays warm enough to prevent your pipes from freezing.
2. Cabinet Access for Plumbing Protection: We’ll open all cabinets under your sinks to allow warm air to circulate, helping to protect the plumbing from freezing. This simple step is crucial for avoiding the dreaded burst pipes that can cause thousands of dollars in damage.
3. Protecting Outdoor Water Features: Outdoor spigots and exterior sinks are particularly vulnerable to freezing temperatures. We cover all exterior spigots and, where possible, turn off the water to outdoor fixtures. We also remove any exterior shower fixtures and store them safely for the winter. If you have outdoor water features, like fountains or dock water pumps, we can also help you winterize them.
4. Managing Your Home’s Water Supply: Based on your preference, we offer several options for managing your home’s water system during freezing conditions:
   • Set your faucets to drip to keep water flowing and prevent freezing.
   • Turn off the water supply at the main and drain your home of all water.  We also make sure to turn off all equipment that pulls water such as ice makers, recirculating pumps and water heaters to ensure everything water related is powered off.
   • Follow any specific instructions you have regarding water management in your home.
5. Post-Storm Reset: After the freeze, once the roads are safe and local schools in your home’s area are open, we return to ensure everything is back to normal. We’ll reset your faucets, turn off drips, and double-check that all systems function properly. This follow-up visit is as important as the initial winterization, ensuring your home is ready for future use.
6. Unlimited Visits: The best part of our WPP is that it includes unlimited visits throughout the winter season. We’ll be there whenever the forecast predicts freezing temperatures for longer than 12 hours, ensuring your lakehouse is well-protected. You can rest easy knowing your home is safe, no matter how unpredictable the weather becomes.

Why Now Is the Time to Sign Up

The weather in East Texas is becoming more unpredictable, and this winter is expected to be especially harsh. Meteorologists are already warning of below-average temperatures, increased precipitation, and the possibility of extended power outages. If you own a lakehouse, preparing for these conditions is essential.

It’s also important to note that shortly after Thanksgiving week, when many lakehouse owners have just gathered with family, freezing temperatures are expected. Enrolling in our WPP before the November 15th deadline ensures your lakehouse winterization will be fully integrated into our scheduling system. This means your property remains safe after the holiday festivities.

How to Sign Up

Signing up for our Winter Protection Program (WPP) is easy. You can:

• Text us directly at (903) 686-0607.
• Email info@prepmylakehouse.com
• Click here https://prepmylakehouse.com/seasonal-services/ to sign up online and secure your spot.

The Prep My Lakehouse team understands that your time is valuable, and we make it easy for you to protect your lakehouse, from heating your home to managing your water supply, we’ll handle every detail so you don’t have to.

Additional Winterization Services

In addition to our standard WPP, we offer a range of optional winterization services to protect your lakehouse further:

• Boat Winterization: We’ll ensure that your boat is properly winterized and stored for the season so it’s ready for use when the warmer weather returns.
• Irrigation System Winterization: We’ll drain and winterize your irrigation system (if your current landscaping service doesn’t), protecting your sprinklers and pump equipment from freeze damage.
• Additional Property Wellness Checks: For added peace of mind, we offer regular home checks to ensure everything is in order, especially after storms or cold snaps.

Protect Your Lakehouse and Enjoy Peace of Mind

Winterizing your lakehouse is not just about avoiding costly repairs – it’s about peace of mind. With our Winter Protection Program (WPP), you can rest easy knowing that your home is cared for by professionals who specialize in luxury lake and ranch properties. The unpredictable weather patterns in East Texas are no match for our experienced team. Whether you live on Cedar Creek Lake, Lake Athens, Lake Palestine, or Richland Chambers Reservoir, we have the knowledge, expertise and dedication to protect your home through the winter.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Sign up for Prep My Lakehouse’s WPP today and ensure your home is safe and secure for the winter season ahead. Let us handle the stress of winter prep so you can focus on enjoying your time with family and friends, whether at the lake or away.

To learn more or to sign up, contact us today at (903) 686-0607!