Home Prep Tips For Winter
The first few days of fall have already passed, which means you have probably already gotten comfortable in your favorite sweater. Along with changing up your wardrobe, there are other steps that you need to take to ensure that you are fully ready for the dropping temperatures of fall and winter, including getting your house prepared. Keep these home winter preparation t
ips in mind before the end of fall arrives.
- Call in the professionals - with the chilly temperatures already setting in, you are probably reaching for your thermostat more than usual to keep warm. Hire a professional to do any regularly scheduled maintenance to ensure that your heating system fends off the chills all season long.
- Turn your fan around - if the ceiling fans in your house have a reverse feature, get your fans running in the opposite direction. Reversing the direction of your fans will create an updraft that will help to circulate the warm air that is being wasted at the top of your house.
- Avoid ice dams - ice dams occur when your roof heats up, melting the snow and ice. When the water reaches the cooler eves of your house, it refreezes, creating a dam. Ice dams can cause serious damage to your roof and walls. Ensure that your attic is properly insulated and that you don't have any air leaks around your roof.
- Seal it up - caulk around all the windows and doors in your house to create a tight seal. Unsealed doors and windows can let the cold outside temperatures in, which can dramatically increase your heating bills.
While getting your house ready for winter, it is the perfect time to look over your homeowners insurance policy to ensure that you have the coverage that you deserve.
Contact ClubAgency Insurance Brokerage in Garden City, New York for all of your home insurance needs.
