5 Home Maintenance Tips for Winter
The freezing winter temperatures can wreak havoc on your property; thankfully, a little home maintenance can help keep it in tip-top shape.
Many people are spending more time indoors and in their homes than ever, so it’s essential to ensure that your house can stand up against the elements that accompany the season. Countless issues can arise because of the cold temperatures, from leaking roofs to frozen pipes that burst. Homeowners can do many things to prevent damage by implementing the items on our checklist.
If you aren’t sure where you should start for maintaining your property this winter season, continue reading below.
5 Helpful Winter Home Maintenance Tips
- Make Sure Your Heating System Works — If you live in a colder climate, one of the smartest things you can do every year is to make sure your heating system is in good working order. We recommend hiring a professional to check out and tune up your furnace before there’s an issue with your system.
- Clear the Ice and Snow From Your Roof and Trees — As the snow falls, do your best to keep the snow off of your roof and nearby trees. Heavy snowfall can cause branches to snap and break off, creating a significant safety hazard. You’ll also want to try to keep your roof free from snow to avoid ice dams, slick walkways, damaged gutters, and more. Adding an ice melting system to your roof can help manage snow and ice buildup.
- Clean Out Your Gutters — Even if you don’t have trees close to your house, your gutter system can be full of leaves, twigs, and other debris. It is essential to attend to any clogged and backed-up gutters so they can work effectively and efficiently.
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors — Many homeowners turn to space heaters and their fireplaces for additional heat when temperatures are freezing. These tools are great for adding warmth to your home but can be significant fire hazards if not used properly. Ensure the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout your house, have new batteries, and function how they should.
- Stock Up on Your Essentials — Winter storms can leave you stuck at home for days at a time with little to no notice. This is why stocking up on your family’s essentials all winter long is wise. Head to the store to gather nonperishable food, bottled water, diapers, necessary medication, and whatever else you might need if you are snowed in for several days.
Contact Hudson Douglas Public Adjusters
When basic home maintenance isn’t enough and you have to file an insurance claim, contact the professionals at Hudson Douglas Public Adjusters. The claims settlement process can be long and frustrating, but with over 50 years of construction and disaster restoration experience, our team understands the need for policyholders to have professional representation. We represent you, not your insurance company, and are here to help settle your insurance claims quickly and fairly. If you are located in Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Pennsylvania, New Mexico, or New Jersey, contact us for a free, no-obligation claims review today.
