Doug has some helpful tips to prep for Winter. Doing these before it gets cold makes them a little easier.
- Take out your Window AC units
- Check that you have an insulated cover over your attic stairs
- If you do not have a cover, get one from a local lumber yard – Modern Lumber or Eastford Building Supply
- Have your Boiler/Furnace cleaned – call your fuel supplier
- Check Gutters and Gutter downspouts, make sure they are not blocked by landscaping beds
- Add insulation to your attic
- Check exterior doors
- Check the weather stripping and door sweeps
- Foam the wedge at bottom, this will direct water out of the house
- Check the condition of your door jambs, if needed repair and paint while still warm outside.
- Windows
- Remove Screens
- Install Storm Windows if you have them or lower storm in place if combination storm/screen
- Does the window lock close tightly
- Have your Chimney cleaned, if you need someone – Sean from the Flue Doctor in Pomfret is a good person to call
- Check the Dryer Vent – Clean out any lint and check that the exterior flapper is working properly
- Service your Generator and make sure it is ready for use during those winter storms
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