As winter creeps closer, John Rush takes https://FixItRadio.com listeners on a fast-paced ride through the home maintenance tasks that can make or break your comfort this season. Is your sprinkler system truly ready for the first freeze? Or could one missed step in draining and shutting it down cost you hundreds in repairs? John breaks it all down, from backflow valves to air compressors, revealing how a few simple moves can protect your pipes, lawn, and wallet from the cold. But just when you think the lesson’s over, Fix-It Radio flips the script—straight to your water heater. What’s the one part most homeowners forget to check until it’s too late? John and listener Joe expose how this tiny metal rod can mean the difference between years of reliable hot water and a flooded disaster. Could a $35 part really save you thousands? You’ll want to hear Joe’s real-life story before your next cold shower. Then the conversation dives deeper—literally—into the water itself. How clean is the water running through your pipes? John spoke of Paul from Water Pros, whose customized filtration systems tackle “forever chemicals,” hard water, and corrosion at the source. From smarter plumbing to advanced tankless systems, this episode shows how water quality, maintenance, and technology are all connected. And a Montana caller wraps things up with a clever sprinkler hack that could change how you winterize forever. From frozen pipes to failing heaters, Fix-It Radio proves that preparedness isn’t just for preppers—it’s for homeowners who want peace of mind before the first frost hits.