The first freeze usually arrives in Overland Park in late October. Here’s how to winterize hose bibs, insulate pipes, and keep heat on vulnerable lines, plus what to do if a pipe freezes or bursts.

Heavy rain just soaked the Kansas City area. Here's what Overland Park homeowners should do in the first 24–48 hours if water gets into the basement, from safety and photos to drying it out before mold sets in.