"William W. Plummer" wrote:

....
... Is there a special valve for use in freezing environments or
am I just unlucky?

Yes, and no...

There are long-stem valves to keep the seat inside the wall (assuming
this is a through wall spigot)...

Depending on the application, there's probably something else more
suited if it isn't. Post the actual application and undoubtedly get
more specific responses...