January 5, 2022
Simple Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter
The cold weather of winter can be harsh and lead to costly home repairs, so it’s important to take a few preventative measures to protect your home through the chilly months. Here are a few tasks you can tackle to make sure your home is ready.
Protect your pipes from busting by insulating exposed piping, both inside and outside your home.- Clean air vents and replace filters at least every three months.
- Inspect doors and windows for gaps where warm air can escape. Weather stripping or installing storm doors and windows will prevent cold air from entering your home.
- Have your chimney, fireplace and flue serviced annually before your first fire of the season.
- Clean your gutters to prevent clogging and allow melting snow to drain properly.
- Test all ground-fault-circuit-interrupter (GFCI) outlets.
- Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper and space under the dryer.
- Perform seasonal maintenance on your heating system to prepare for the season and identify any wear-and-tear on your unit.
- Test smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detectors.
- Check water hoses on the washing machine, refrigerator ice maker and dishwasher for cracks and bubbles.
Protect your pipes from busting by insulating exposed piping, both inside and outside your home.
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