Winter is not for yard work, it’s for hibernation, buttery holiday treats, and long Netflix binges. But keep these to-do’s in mind when it comes to home maintenance in the winter season and it will pay-off all year long.
Outdoors:
- Bring out the snow blower and make sure it’s in good working order, with gas and oil
- Stock up on supplies before the winter storms. Salt, shovels, and de-icers sell out quick during an impeding storm
- Check for ice dams—ice that accumulates along the eaves of your roof and can cause damage to shingles, gutters and siding. Removing them with a roof rake will keep you from potentially harming your roof
Indoors:
- Check and change filters in your heating systems
- Bring in firewood as needed, but store it outside long-term to reduce the risk of bugs
- Check your boiler levels
- If you have a generator, make sure it’s in good running order and has fuel
- Prepare in advance. Before the storms hit is the time to make sure you have supplies for a big storm. Water, supplies, food, and first aid should all be arranged before the big rush
