subject: Shield Your Home Against Winter Weather [print this page] Author: Paul Buchanan Author: Paul Buchanan
For a lot of people, winter is a time to retreat indoors, turn up the heat and keep yourself cosy while the weather outside runs its course. Extreme weather conditions can be hard on the exterior of your home, and indoors you may find youre spending more money just to keep warm and comfortable. Take a hold of the cold this winter by weather proofing your home. Whether you live in a small one-bedroom flat or a large family residence, theres an abundance of tips and tricks to protect your home against the coldest season of the year. Weather proofing your home can also help keep you safe and snug during cold snaps and could even bring down the cost of winter heating bills. Preparation is important when it comes to winter proofing your home. The trick is to have your home ready in time for winter, so autumn may be a good time to kick-start the process. Taking a little time to prepare your home for the cold winter weather could save you time and money further down the line and means you are more likely to have a hassle free winter when it comes to your home sweet home. Keeping the cold out and the heat in is a top priority when winter time comes around. Protection from the cold helps to reduce potential damage, keeps your home comfortable and saves a significant sum when it comes to energy bills. Sealing up any gaps or cracks is an easy yet efficient way of preparing for winter. Proper sealing eliminates common problems such as increased gas and energy bills, cold drafts entering the home, and moisture issues, which are potentially damaging to wallpaper, furniture, and windows. You can begin by doing a quick check around the outside of your house looking for any nooks and crannies where cold air could be pushing its way inside and pushing your heating bills through the roof. Entry points of piping, plumbing and ventilation are common culprits for causing drafts, so pay particular attention to these and use spray insulating foam to seal any gaps you find. Check your attic for any gaps, and if you dont already have insulation (or enough of it), consider getting some as this is one of the easiest ways to stop heat escaping. On the outside you should also check the roof and replace any loose tiles as these could cause leaks and result in damage to the interior of your home as well. Make sure the autumn leaves are cleared out of the guttering and ensure all windows are in good order. You can do everything within your means to protect your home against the winter weather but it also makes sense to have a home insurance policy in place just in case damage or loss is incurred and you need to make a claim.About the Author:
Paul Buchanan writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
