
Are We Seriously Talking About Outdoor Spigots Again?
Turning an outdoor spigot on and off doesn’t take a genius. You turn the handle, water comes out. Simple, right? And yet… Every year we receive multiple maintenance calls for outdoor faucets that are broken, leaking, or mysteriously spinning in circles like they’ve given up on life. While outdoor spigots are designed to be sturdy, they are not indestructible. A little care goes a long way—especially when it comes to something attached directly to the plumbing inside your home. Why Being Gentle Matters Outdoor spigots are connected to pipes inside the wall. When they’re forced, cranked too hard, or yanked while a hose is still attached, it can damage not just the handle, but the pipe behind it. That kind of damage isn’t just inconvenient, it can lead to leaks inside the walls, water damage, and repairs that are far bigger than anyone wants to deal with. In short: what




