The weather has been fairly mild so far. But many people vividly remember the bitter cold temperatures that plagued parts of Canada due to the widely discussed polar vortex last year. It’s not out of the realm of possibility that similar temperatures could impact us again this year. In any case, every homeowner should know about easy fixes that can protect your home from extreme cold temperatures.
Keep That Garage Door Closed
Protect Your Home: Winterize Your Pipes
Make Necessary Roof Repairs
Ventilate Your Attic and Clean Gutters
To prevent this, make sure that your attic is well-ventilated. This keeps your attic at a temperature close to that of the outdoors. Thus, ice is less likely to melt and then re-freeze near the edge of your roof. You also want to make sure that the floor of your attic is well-insulated, which keeps the cooler air in the attic and the warmer air in the living levels of your home.
To protect your home from the cold winter weather doesn’t have to be costly or even that time-consuming. But when undertaking a home DIY project on your own be sure you’re staying safe
. Wear protective gear and follow proper safety protocols for any tools you’re using. And if you start to feel overwhelmed by a project and find you’re in over your head, consider consulting a reliable contractor. Better to get help from a professional and get the job done right the first time! Proactive homeowners who perform these simple fixes will help to prevent damage from winter weather. As a bonus, you will also conserve energy by reducing heating costs. About the Publisher
Bo Kauffmann is a residential real estate agent with over 18 yrs experience in helping buyers and sellers achieve their goals. Inducted into the REMAX Hall of Fame in 2010 and receiving the REMAX Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019, Bo has sold over 500 houses and condos in the Greater Winnipeg market. He is an accredited buyer representative (A.B.R.) and a Luxury Home Marketing Specialist. Bo provides exceptional service to First-Time Home-Buyers, Seniors looking to downsize and Home Sellers of all ages. He can be reached easily By E-Mail or call/text him Call/Text Here Never miss an episode of our real estate podcast. Install our FREE Podcast App available on iOS and Android. For your Apple Devices, click here to install our iOS App. For your Android Devices, click here to install our Android App. Check my videos on Youtube