As the air temperature plummets, rubber frost plugs protect the pipes by forcing out by the expanding freezing water – as they are supposed to do. But in the process they pop out and need replacement.
After heavy frosts, please check your frost plug if you are on a rural water supply (e.g. Seadown, Downlands, Te Moana and Orari). Forced-out plugs should be obvious to spot.
Timaru District Council supplies free frost plugs and filters which can be collected from the following locations:
- Timaru District Council headquarters: 2 King George Place, Timaru
- Temuka Library and Service Centre: 72-74 King St, Temuka
- Geraldine Library and Service Centre: 80 Talbot St, Geraldine
- Cave General Store: 53 Elizabeth Street, Cave
- Pleasant Point Dairy: 75 Main Road, Pleasant Point
- Pareora Takeaway & Grocery Shop: 3 The Avenue, Pareora
How to replace your frost plug
It’s up to you to maintain and replace the plug. The frost plug must be installed from the inside face of the restrictor unit. The frost plug can be soaked in hot water to soften and allow for easier insertion if required. Note: You'll need to shut off the water for an hour or so while you fit a new plug.
Last updated: 16 Jun 2023