how to make your home ready for winter

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 how to make your home ready for winter 


house under the snow



1 check the heating system

safety comes first so you should check your carbon monoxide detector , check your furnace and clean up the area around it , check the air filters then test it , 

test the hot water radiators and fill up the oil tank and clean the chimney if you have one .

furnace home heat system

man cleaning the chimney





2 check the pipes and water pressure : 

When water freezes, it expands and can cause your pipes to burst. to prevent this insulate pipes near windows, doors and in areas of the home that are unheated. Disconnect your garden hose from the outside faucet. 
and you should check the water pressure too and make sure everything goes well. 

damaged frozen pipe because of cold snow



3 check for leaks 

Check your windows and doors by opening and closing them. When you close the lock, do you notice a gap between the seals?

If you have old windows, you can add new weatherstripping. 

Once you have changed the weatherstripping on your windows, you’ll need to do the same with your door — and check for air leaks. 

Check the exterior trim for any gaps between it and the door frame. Caulk any gaps with exterior latex caulk.

If a draft comes through the bottom, check the condition of the threshold gasket. If worn, replace it. You can also install a weather-resistant door sweep designed for exteriors

Give the roof a good look before winter hits. Are there any loose or missing shingles that may result inleaks from melting snow ,

fix doors and window leaks and gape

a man fix the roof from any leaks


4 Trim Tree Limbs

Your winter home maintenance checklist should include trimming any dead tree limbs  so they don't fall and damage your home during a winter storm. And if you need to remove large limbs or remove a tree, it may be best to hire a professional.

triming tree by electrec chainsaw



5 Clear Gutters

If you haven't already, clear gutters of debris including sticks, pine cones and leaves so melted snow will drain properly. And direct downspouts away from your home's foundation to help prevent basement leaks and flooding.
gutter cleaning full of leaves

6 Protect Patio Furniture

Keep your patio furniture safe from the elements (including rust) by covering your pieces with a heavy tarp. And if you have room, you can also store furniture in a shed, garage or basement .

patio furniture under the snow



7 Store Seasonal Tools

Make sure all seasonal tools—such as rakes, pruning shears and garden shovels—are stored inside the garage or shed way from the elements. And use a light coating of vegetable oil to help prevent rust.
winter tools at the garage



8 Inspect Outdoor Lighting

On your home mainentance checklist make sure any outdoor lights are functioning properly, including motion sensor lighting And this will help prevent falls on ice-covered walkways and driveways.
snow outdoor lighting





9 Prepare for Winter Storms


Power outages are common during winter storms If you have a generator, you want to make sure that it’s working. Also, keep a stash of batteries for lanterns and flashlights in case of and blackouts.

Another good tip is to keep a solar-powered or battery-operated radio in your home. This means that if cellphone reception goes out, you can keep up to date with the news and weather and bottled water, non-perishable food .


ways to prepare for winter storm













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