It pays for every homeowner to be ready for winter. In this post, window replacement providers from Building Performance Professionals discuss tips on the best way to prepare your home for this time of the year.
Get a Home Generator – A standby generator will get you through blackouts and keep the lights, fridge and heating system on. Remember that you should always seek advice from a professional electrician to avoid any mistakes in choosing the right one for your home.
Clean the Gutters – Cleaning your gutters by clearing out leaves, sticks and other debris will help you avoid serious clogs.
Maintenance Service for Heating Systems – Furnaces, boilers and chimneys play a major role on cold winter days. It’s important to have a maintenance check at least once a year to keep them in pristine condition and also prevent fires with the accompanying damage from flames and smoke.
Invest in a Carbon Monoxide Detector – Heating systems such as furnaces and other heat sources can leak carbon monoxide due to poor ventilation, which can be harmful and even deadly to the members of your household. A carbon monoxide detector will warn you when there are potential problems, but it’s also a good idea to consult a professional for indoor air quality testing to make sure that you and your family are safe.
Properly Seal Air Leaks – In the winter, you of course want to keep warm air inside your home as much as possible. Air leaks can often result in your heating system working twice as hard as it should to compensate for the warm air leaking out and the cold air coming into the house. Check windows, doors and skylights for air leaks. Once these are fixed, you can expect to to see your energy costs reduced.
Your family’s safety should be your top priority at all times. If you need further assistance with home efficiency services like home air quality testing, you can always seek help from trusted pros like Building Performance Professionals Inc. Give us a call at (925) 256-1092 or fill out our contact form to set an appointment.