Fall is a beautiful time to enjoy the outdoors and the perfect time to prepare your home for winter weather!
• Schedule furnace maintenance, replace air filters, and check your thermostat batteries.
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, replace batteries as needed.
• Clean Your Gutters this helps reduce the risk of ice dams.
• Check your roof for missing or damaged shingles prior to ice & snow season.
• Check windows and doors replacing worn weatherstripping and seal drafts.
• Wash windows and screens. Lock windows when closed for a better seal during cold weather.
• Insulate exposed pipes and seal drafts near plumbing. Add extra insulation wrap if needed.
• Remove garden hoses from exterior spigots.
• One final yard cleanup includes mowing, landscape cleanup, and storing lawn furniture and summer toys.
• Service your snowblower and get those shovels and ice melt ready to go.
A little preparation now can help prevent costly repairs, save energy, and make those cold Minnesota winter days more comfortable!
Professional guidance makes your move smoother and less stressful, reach out with your real estate questions to: Roxannejohnson@remax.net
Roxanne Johnson, Harmony, MN
Ph: 507-458-6110
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