Campus Winterization (Freeze Protection)
To standardize winterization of irrigation, sprinkler, and exterior water fixtures across all Crosspoint campuses, reducing risk of freeze-related damage, service disruption, and costly repairs.
Responsibility:
Campus pastor and facilities teams oversees compliance. Campus Facilities Leads execute checklist steps and provide sign-off. Qualified irrigation/fire protection vendors perform system blowout where required.
1. Irrigation / Sprinkler System Shutdown
- Schedule irrigation system seasonal shutoff; set controller to “OFF” or winter mode.
- Confirm all irrigation zones are fully blown out with compressed air by a qualified technician.
- Drain and protect backflow preventers per manufacturer/vendor guidance.
- Place visible tag: “Winterized – Do Not Activate.”
2. Water Lines & Exterior Fixtures
- Disconnect all hoses from exterior spigots/hose bibs.
- Drain hoses completely, coil, and store indoors.
- Install insulated covers on every exterior spigot/hose bib.
- Verify exterior faucets are fully closed and not leaking.
3. Sprinkler / Mechanical Rooms
- Identify all rooms housing sprinkler mains, valves, risers, or exposed water lines.
- Set thermostats to maintain minimum 55°F / 13°C (or higher per system requirements).
- Confirm doors, windows, and vents in these rooms seal properly.
- Do not leave portable heaters running unattended; use only approved devices.
4. Final Assurance Sweep
- Before first hard freeze, conduct campus-wide readiness sweep.
- Ensure no standing water in irrigation boxes or valve pits.
- Confirm no hoses are attached anywhere on campus.
- Confirm spigot covers are secure and intact.
- Verify mechanical/sprinkler rooms are consistently warm.
- Record completion in facilities log and notify Facilities Director.