Preparing your home for fall and winter can help prevent some unnecessary seasonal wear and tear on your home and help you get more enjoyment out of these seasons as well.
Learn the tips to get your home ready for cold weather just in time for fall.
Service Your Heating System Early
Any heating and air conditioning company can tell you that they become swamped with service orders as soon as the temperatures start to drop.
To avoid paying higher fees or being stuck on a waiting list, schedule your heating and air conditioning maintenance as soon as possible (ideally now, at the end of summer). This will ensure that you have heat when you need it this coming fall and winter.
Inspect Your Fireplace
Whether you rely on your fireplace for warmth or light it for the appearance, be sure to inspect your fireplace before lighting the first fire of the season.
Make sure that there are no birds’ nests, leaves, branches, or other debris blocking the flue. You may also want to schedule a fireplace cleaning before fireplace season begins, and now is the best time to do so.
Check Your Roof
Checking your roof is especially important before it snows. In many areas around the United States, snow can start to fall as early as October, which means it’s never too early to check your roof. Inspect your roof for any tears or holes in the shingles or siding.
These issues could let water into your home and cause mold growth. While you’re checking out the roof, remember to clear your gutters of any stray leaves and debris, which are exceptionally common in the fall.
Schedule an Insulation Service
One of the benefits of spray foam roofing is how well it can preserve the heat inside your home. Without the proper insulation, your home can lose heat through the roof, gaps, cracks in walls, and around doors and windows.
Applying insulation with a high R-value can help trap heat indoors in the winter and keep it locked out in the summer.
With these tips on your checklist, your home will be ready for cold weather in no time. Ensure your home is comfortable and secure this winter by preparing these tasks around the house now.
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Image credit:FILE #: 42550834 The man insulates the attic of the house with mineral wool By Patryk Kosmider
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