As temperatures in Austin begin to drop, many homeowners are reminded to leave their indoor faucets dripping to prevent pipes from freezing. However, the outdoor irrigation systems often go overlooked, yet they require just as much attention.

Home Depot offers guidance on how to winterize these systems, emphasizing that the process can be straightforward, but varies depending on the type of system in place. To protect these outdoor systems from freeze damage, homeowners need to ensure they are properly drained and turned off before the cold sets in.