Thursday, January 16, 2020

Winter Home Maintenance Tips



Home Winter Maintenance Exterior Roofers

Perhaps winter is a good opportunity for you to rest.  But we have prepared some useful tips for you to keep your home in perfect condition, even during the cold season.  

Keep the heat inside 

During the warm season, the heating system is very little used, so it must be checked as the autumn starts, to ensure that no unexpected surprises occur. 

A home that preserves heat even in freezing days is economically advantageous. Thermal insulation of walls and floors is the most efficient method to prevent heat loss.  Also, check your windows and doors, especially If you have old windows.  Most of the heat is lost through windows that are not watertight or that have cracks in the woodwork.  You can fix it with foam, vinyl or silicone.    Also have Barrington roofers inspect your roof just right before the winter months annually.

Check the electricity system 

Winter storms can damage the electrical system. If you have a generator, make sure that it is working, in case of power outages and blackouts. Also, check the main service panel for sparing, and inspection of the breaker wires, for bad insulation and any discolor. 

Protect the roof and pipe system

Winter comes along with rainfalls. Make sure that the gutters and drainage are well maintained, because it can reduce the chance of roof damage. 

Cold weather can cause serious problems for your external pipes too. Don`t forget to weatherproof it,  because frozen pipes can crack.