How do I keep my pipes from freezing in the winter?

Insulate. Loosely wrap your pipes and faucets with insulation, or cover with plastic bag and/or coffee can. Hardware stores have pipe wrap and covers for faucets and fittings.

Note: Do not wrap the relief port on RP backflow assemblies. This needs to remain open for water to drain. Call 541-450-6115 with any questions. 

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1. How do I test for leaks?
2. How do I know how much water has been lost because of a leak?
3. Will the Public Works Department repair my leak?
4. Will the Public Works Department locate my underground leak?
5. Will Public Works compensate me for my water lost because of a leak?
6. How do I report a leak and is it important I do so?
7. What do I do if I need to report a leak and the Utility Billing office is closed?
8. Will a leak in the street be charged to my meter?
9. In what amount of time will Public Works respond to a leak?
10. How do I keep my pipes from freezing in the winter?