5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter


The coldest temperatures of the year are knocking on our doors - and we've got some great tips to prepare:


Clean your gutters - a backup of debris can cause major water leak problems.


  • Drain Outside Faucets - a frozen faucet can cause your piping systems to crack and damage outdoor drains.

  • Check for drafts on Windows & Doors - a HUGE amount of heating (and cooling) energy could be lost due to drafts! Cover them up & retain more heat - and likely a lower utility bill!

  • Fix Any Driveway Cracks - even a small crack can grow during a freeze/thaw cycle. Patch them now to avoid costly repairs down the road.

  • Test Out Winter Equipment - What is worse than firing up the snow blower and something needs immediate repair? Make sure those blowers & winter equipment work!


It might not be quite a winter wonderland outside - but use these tips to get ahead and enjoy your cup of coffee or tea by the fire!


Don't have a fireplace and want one? We can help with that!


Rich Dallas

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(o) 724-941-3340


The Dallas-Fincham Team and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Rich@DallasFinchamTeam.com


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