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Tips for Winterizing your Home
Clean Chimneys, Furnaces and Gutters, Caulk Windows, and more
By Mark J. Donovan
Check the Windows
It is important that the cracks around the windows are sealed with a good flexible caulk. Make sure the caulk around your home’s windows and doors is still forming a tight seal. If the caulk is old and brittle, and separating between the siding and windows and doors, then remove it and replace it with a fresh exterior grade caulk. Un-caulked doors and windows are one of the main culprits for air infiltration.
Also, if you have storm windows that need to be installed, this is a perfect time of the year to install them.
Clean Chimney Flues
Have a chimney sweep clean your home’s chimney flues. Creosol can build up in the chimney flues, due to burning wood, leaving your home susceptible to chimney fires. Also, make sure the chimney sweep checks for cracks in the chimney flues. Again, chimney flue cracks can also cause chimney fires.
Clean up around the Lawn
Drain all lawn hoses and store them inside the home. Hoses left outside could be damaged during the winter months due to water in them freezing.
Also, store any outside lawn furniture in the home.
Wrap Water Heater in Insulation
Wrapping your water heater in insulation can save you some significant money.
Clean Gutters
Make sure your home’s gutters are clean and free from leaves and other debris. If left with leaves and debris, the gutters will back up with snow and ice, which can lead to the gutters tearing away from the home.
Find a Pre-Screened Contractor in Your Area Remove Portable Air Conditioners from Windows
With the heat of the summer behind us, it is also good idea to remove portable air conditioner systems from the Windows.
With these items addressed, your home should be ready for the winter ahead.
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