It’s Time! How to Prep Your Home for Winter

I can always tell that winter is fast approaching when I find myself reaching for my Uggs every morning and wishing I didn’t have to drive to work in the dark.  And if you’re like me you start panicking about now that you don’t have adequate warm clothing to make it through the coming months.  (Who’s to say you won’t freeze to death without that beautiful wool jacket you’ve been eyeing?)  Even if it isn’t all that chilly yet where you’re at, now is a great time to start preparing for the colder temps and rising energy bills to come.   Luckily, the folks over at Freshome Interiors are here to help.  I know what the Hubby and I will be doing this weekend!

Check out the article for some tips about how to get your home ready!

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  • Assess your home now for energy leaks: Now is the best time to determine where energy leaks are occurring. Whether they are air seeping from underneath your doors or around your windows, replace weather stripping and caulk around all penetrations. Under your exterior doors, ensure door sweeps are sealing properly. Consider having your electric company perform an energy audit of your home. You may be losing heat through loose baseboards, poor insulation in your attic, or through poorly sealed heating ducts throughout your home. An energy audit will help you locate the energy-sucking culprits!
  • Repair and clean: Similarly to spring cleaning when your home has been sitting dormant all winter, fall cleanup prepares your home for the winter season as well as ensures that all components are in good working order.  Repair any cracks in your foundation, pressure wash  exterior  brick  and concrete, and get mechanical equipment serviced. If you have a snow blower or other mechanical equipment used for the winter, take it to an authorized repair dealer in your area. Clean out your garage, storage shed, and areas used to house tools. Check your snow shovels, and other tools to see if they need replacing from last winter.

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 Head over to Freshome Interiors for the rest of their tips.