As the old saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
Today was a great reminder that winter maintenance is an essential part of being a homeowner. Nashville hasn’t seen weather like this in about a decade or so. With about 8″ of snowfall in less than 24 hours, it’s easy to see what winter preparations should have been made in advance.
Here are 8 quick tips to keep your home in tip-top shape during this year’s winter weather.
No.1 Seal windows and doors – Reduce drafts and energy loss
No.2 Check your heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) – How’s the insulation? Replace dirty filters
No.3 Clean Chimney – Remove and debris and make sure flu is working properly
No.4 Inspect the roof, gutters and downspouts – Are there holes that need patched? Are the gutters clogged? Are downspouts clear?
No.5 Insulate your pipes – Wrap naked pipes to prevent freezing
No.6 Prepare the yard – Remove waste, dead limbs. Have tools ready for snow removal
No.7 Put the ceiling fan in reverse – Reduce hot air accumulating at the ceiling.
No.8 Keep the heater temperature down – Keep your unit from working overtime; turn temperature down while you’re sleeping.
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