Your Winter Home Remodeling
Checklist
Before the snow flies, it's a
good idea to look around your
home and check to make
sure it's ready for the cold.
1. Consider having an energy
audit done. The fall is a good
time to have your home checked
by professionals, like Clason
Remodeling, for energy
efficiency.
Adding or improving the
insulation in your home,
especially in the attic, prior to
winter will help with efficiency
and heating bills.
2. Prepare for a freeze. The most
common winter home problem is
frozen pipes. Shut off and drain
outdoor faucets. Protect indoor
pipes by insulating in basements
or crawlspaces.
3. Have chimney and fireplace
inspected. Having your chimney
inspected by a professional and
cleaned as needed is the best
way to prevent potential chimney
fires.
4. Inspect your furnace. Inspect and
clean interior vents and exterior
exhaust to ensure they are open
and free of obstructions. Replace
the furnace filter before winter for
optimal operation.
5. Check doors and windows. Check
for air leaks around the frames of
both. Check for deteriorating
outdoor molding, caulk and
weatherstripping. New windows can
make a big difference, especially in
an older home.
6. Clean and inspect gutters. Regular
maintenance will help prevent water
damage to your home. Clean out
leaves and other debris. The clutter
will add weight if water freezes,
increasing the chance of damage to
the gutters.
7. Check for dead branches. If there
are any dead trees or branches, fall
is a good time to think about
removing them. A snow- or ice-
covered branch may snap under the
extra weight, causing injury or
damage.
8. Test smoke and CO
detectors. With houses closed
up tight and fireplaces and
furnaces running, winter creates
a higher risk of both fire and
carbon monoxide poisoning.
For more info, contact Clason
Remodeling today at
https://www.kaclason.com.