Keep out chilly weather and protect your belongings ahead of freezing temperatures.
Depending on where you live, winterizing your home can mean different things.
Plus, it will help keep you comfortable throughout frigid temperatures.
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Gutters and Downspouts
One of the first tasks to complete is toclean your gutters.
This can help you avoid issues with ice dams or leaks.
Outdoor Faucets
The last thing you want in the middle of winter is a burst pipe.
To avoid that scenario, take precautions when it comes topreparing your exterior hose bibsand faucets.
That even goes for faucets that are designed to withstand freezing temperatures.
Flax also suggests placing insulated covers on exterior spigots for an extra layer of precaution.
Your waterlines are one area where you dont want to skimp on your pre-winter homework.
Water-Utilizing Equipment
In addition to spigots, water-related exterior features also need attention.
Busch says this creates a seal to keep warm air in and cold air out.
Window film actually helps insulate your windows in the winter.
Glass is porous, therefore allowing your heat to escape through the glass, he says.
When it comes to doors, Flax suggests utilizing a draft snake.
Your garage door can allow a lot of cold air into your home, says Flax.
This is not a hard project for a homeowner to take on themselves, he says.
