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Winter Preparedness for Your Home

new-roofWinters in northeastern Ohio can be brutal. There is no telling when a tremendously harsh winter will arrive to terrorize Clevelanders. If you want to get your home ready for winter, you need to prepare it well. There are a number of important steps you should take to get your home ready this winter. Here is a guide to winter home prep.

Ready the Roof

The first step in winter preparedness for your home is to make sure that your roof is ready to handle the harsh weather. Inspect your roof thoroughly to ensure that there are no loose or missing shingles. If you have a chimney on the roof, it should also be inspected closely. Make sure there are no cracks in the chimney or the seal around it. Getting your roof in good shape will go a long way towards protecting your home this winter.

Check Your Windows

One of the most important steps in prepping your home for winter is to check your windows. If you have older windows, you should think about replacing them with newer, energy-efficient windows that offer superior insulation from the cold. Make sure that all the seals around the windows in your home are in good shape to keep out chilly drafts.

Seal the Siding

It is crucial that you make sure that your home’s siding is sealed off from the elements before winter arrives. This not only keeps the cold air out, but it also keeps mice from making the walls in your house their refuge over the long winter. While you are at it, make sure that you get all the doors in your home sealed well to prevent drafts.

Insulation

The insulation in your home is like your winter coat. If you don’t have the proper level of insulation in your home, it is like going through the winter wearing a spring jacket. It is especially important to get the attic well-insulated. Heat naturally rises, which means that it can easily escape through a poorly insulated attic.

Keep Your Home Toasty All Winter 

When you are prepping your home for winter, it helps to consult with the experts. Get help from the folks at the Siding & Insulation Company to get all of your siding, roofing, window, insulation and door prep done to keep your home toasty all winter long.