Last Updated on July 17, 2023
Winter Preparation Checklist
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Heating Systems
- Replace your air filters
- Inspect your vents for debris and obstructions
- Check for carbon monoxide leaks
- Test the furnace to ensure its working
- Top up fuel supply (propane or fuel oil furnaces)
Air Conditioning Systems
- Clean your air conditioner of dust and debris
- Release excess fluids from the air conditioner
- Protect your air conditioner with a cover
- Ensure any window attachments are uninstalled and windows are sealed tightly
Water Pipes
- Insulate exposed piping in crawlspaces, the attic, and exterior walls
- Cut off the water supply to the exterior faucets
- Drain exterior faucets of the residual water
- Disconnect and drain the water hose
Insulation
- Inspect the exterior moldings for damages or gaps
- Inspect windows and doors for air leak
- Clean out the window tracks of debris
- Cover the hot water tank with an insulation blanket
- Insulate exterior outlets and switch plates with foam-sealing gaskets
- Seal the fireplace with fiberglass insulation
Roof
- Clear your gutters of leaves and debris
- Inspect the flashing around your chimney and other roof projections
- Inspect the shingles for damage or missing pieces
Outdoor Items
- Move the patio furniture indoors or cover them with a tarp
- Inspect and patch cracks are damage to the driveway or walkways
- Clean the grill and place a protective cover over it
- Clean and store garden tools
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