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How to Winter-Proof Your Home Ahead of Time

  • Perla Irish
  • October 19, 2021
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  1. Block the Moisture
  2. Keep Your House Warm
  3. Block Entry for Outdoor Chills
  4. Don’t Be Lazy with the Gutters

The temperature has started to drop, and hoodie season is officially back. Some people are dreading the thought of winter, while others are getting ready to prepare for the hot chocolate season. As the weather changes, so do wardrobes and car tires. You prepare everything for the winter, so why not your home?

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How to Winter-Proof Your Home Ahead of Time

As winter is a season filled with coldness and moisture, you need to figure out how to keep your home dry. It is essential to take numerous steps to make your home winter-ready. Here are some steps you can take to get your home ready for the winter before it begins.

Block the Moisture

Fall is the perfect time to waterproof your basement to protect it from moisture that can seep into your home due to snow. It will be easier for you to find a waterproofing contractor during the cold season.

However, waterproofing right before winter is the best way to prepare your home for both winter and spring. You can prepare for spring’s rain by ensuring that your home is safe.

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Although water damage is more prevalent in the springtime due to rain, heavy snowfalls can also impact your home’s foundation. A wet basement is prone to problems due to moisture and can be expensive to recover.


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  • Pre-winter Home Maintenance Checklist

Keep Your House Warm

The fact that you need a working heating system in the winter is a no-brainer. The cold weather might creep up on you to a point where you cannot function without a heater. So, sure your HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) is up to date and ready to tackle the cold weather. Don’t forget to get your furnace inspected soon.

Ensuring that your house stays warm will also require you to figure out if the ventilation system is efficient throughout your home. If there are any areas that the heating system doesn’t reach, you might need to invest in portable heaters.

Block Entry for Outdoor Chills

During the damp winter months, the last thing you need is cold air making its way inside your home. Check your windows and doors for cracks, and make sure to seal any area that air can come in through.

If cold air comes into your home, your heating system will have to work twice as hard to heat your home, putting too much pressure on it. You can also cover your windows with heavy curtains to add an extra layer of protection from outside wind.

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Don’t Be Lazy with the Gutters

Preparing your home for the winter requires you to clean it inside out. If you haven’t cleaned out your gutter in a while, now might be the right time to do it. Gutters filled with dirt and debris can cause water to back up and overflow, causing severe damage to roofs. Emptying the gutters will ensure that you don’t get bombarded with a large unexpected bill in the future.

Winter is the perfect time to cozy up at home and spend the season sipping on hot drinks and watching holiday movies. Preparing your home beforehand will allow you to rest assured that you have nothing to worry about while your home stays safe and sound.

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