Wintertime in Alaska can be cold, with temperatures of 40, 50, even 60 below zero. Severe outside temperatures can cause severe inside problems. When utilities stop functioning because of the cold, it is inconvenient and even dangerous. Knowing how to keep utilities functioning or how to restore them to working order during periods of severe cold weather is very important.
Our publication Keeping Your House Operating During a Cold Alaska Winter has information on heating systems and cook stoves, chimneys and air intake vents, propane and other gas-fired appliances, electric heat, wood and coal stoves, water pipes and drain pipes. There is also information on types of heat tapes and what to do if you must leave your house unheated for a period of time.
We hope you stay warm this winter and keep your house warm too!
