Prepping Your Home for Harsh Winter Weather
Updated September 2023
When it comes to the winter season, the snow and ice can wreak havoc on your residence. As a homeowner, it’s your duty to winterize your home to get it ready to combat the rough winter weather. We’re going to share some helpful tips for winterizing your home effectively.
Get an HVAC Tune-Up
The first way to winterize your home is to get an HVAC tune-up. This helps to ensure that your heating system is working appropriately, and it reduces your risk of experiencing a breakdown during the cold winter months. While you may be tempted to service your furnace on your own to save a few bucks, that’s not the best idea. Most furnace warranties require that you have your furnace professionally serviced each year.
Clean Out Your Gutters
Next, you’ll want to get that ladder out and inspect your gutters. It’s likely that the fall season brought some leaves and other debris to your gutters. You’ll want to clear all of this out so that water can flow into them properly. Also, ensure that your downspouts are in good condition so that water is diverted away from your home.
Trim Back Those Branches
With cold winter weather come snow and ice. Over time, an accumulation of the two can cause even the strongest of branches to break. It’s best to trim back any branches that overhang your house or driveway to prevent any massive damage if they should snap.
Inspect Your Roof
You’ll want to evaluate the state of your roof to determine if you need any repairs before the snow hits. Specifically, you’ll want to watch out for any missing or curling shingles. These should be replaced. Additionally, any damaged or missing flashing around your chimney or vent pipes should be replaced before any moisture gets underneath your shingles and causes damage to your home.
Outstanding Local Heating Service
Quinte Air Supply provides excellent heating service to the Belleville, ON, region. That includes installation, maintenance and repair. We offer the same range of cooling services, and we can handle ductless systems and heat pumps. We’re also here for all of your indoor air quality, gas fireplace, water heater, commercial refrigeration, and sheet metal fabrication needs. Call us today to set up an appointment.
