(www.dannylipford.com) -- With the feel of fall in the air, it’s time to think about getting your home ready for colder weather. Much of the routine maintenance that needs to be done this time of year will not only help keep you cozy this winter, it will also save money on your heating bill and protect your biggest investment—your home.
While most of these routine maintenance tasks are fairly simple, make sure they get done before cold weather arrives to prevent damage to both your home and wallet.
Seal Up Cracks and Gaps
If you added up all the small cracks, gaps, and holes around the outside of the average home, it would equal the area of an open window! To reduce the loss of heat, carefully inspect the perimeter of your home and caulk or weather-strip where needed. Both caulking and weather stripping can reduce the flow of cold air in and warm air out—lowering your energy costs substantially.
Check the following key areas for leaks:
-Around door and window frames.
-Exterior openings including electrical outlets, phone lines, outside faucets, and cable TV lines.
-Around heating and/or cooling units.
-The seal around room air conditioners.
-At corners formed by siding.
-Openings around drain pipes in bathrooms and kitchens.
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