make sure all of the following are completed:

Shut off water at meter or main water “shutoff” valve inside home if outside cutoff not possible
Loosen supply line at meter
Drain water heater and any well or holding tanks other than the heat system
Notify the PAS asset manager of any existing plumbing damage
Shut off gas or electricity to water heater
Place sign on water heater stating: DO NOT TURN ON WITHOUT REFILLING
Drain all internal and external water supply lines including any well, holding tanks, or underground landscaping sprinkler systems and clear with positive air pressure
Leave all faucets and intermediate valves from the shutdown point open, including all sill cocks
Drain all water closet tanks and add antifreeze to tanks (ensure the traps are blown out)

Water closet bowl traps	Laundry floor drain traps
Lavatory traps	Basement floor drain traps
Kitchen sink traps	Bar sink trap
Bathtub traps	Laundry tub traps
Shower trap	Sauna floor drain traps
Other traps

Place special non-toxic antifreeze solution in dishwasher drain and cycle to assure solution entered pump
Place sign on toilets stating "Toilet has been winterized - DO NOT USE" and tape toilet seat covers closed
Place "WINTERIZED" sign on nearest window clearly visible to front door. The date, your signature, with phone number and contact person should be on sign
Power to sump pumps must remain on to assure property will not be damaged by flooding
Close all fireplace dampers and fireplace vents
Electrical service and heating systems remain "ON" and set at 55 degrees during winter months. Broker to tape thermostat to prevent tampering.