Homeowners are often unprepared for cold weather plumbing problems. Frozen pipes are one of the most common winter plumbing issues experienced by homeowners but can easily be prevented. You can save yourself from the hassle and expense related to cold weather plumbing issues with a few hours over a weekend, or make a quick call to your plumber. For those of you located in the Northern states, you should take preventative action to your plumbing systems by late October. For those of you located in the Southern states, you should take preventative action to your plumbing systems by late November.