subject: Home Tasks For Winter [print this page] Home Tasks For Winter Home Tasks For Winter
When setting the clocks back (spring forward fall back), change the batteries in any smoke and carbon monoxide detector, to make sure they are charged and ready for winter.
Inspect automatic garage door openers, and oil them up as the frost will cause them to get damaged. Tighten all blots and screws.
Check for leaks around your washing machine, particularly checking washers, as its much worse having to go to the laundrette in the icy weather!
Before the cold weather really sets in, move any spare paint and fluids that you keep in the garage, as if they freeze and thaw it will ruin the consistency, and when you come to use them again in the warmer months they will be rendered useless.
Clear he gutters of leaves, as they will likely have become clogged as the leaves have fallen through the autumn. If there are any breaks in the pipes, male sure you fix them before the rain comes.
Set thermostats for the winter, and put any timers that you normally have on in your home, ready for the cold.
You should always ensure that the water is left on in your home, as if you turn it off completely when visiting friends or relatives, when you get back and put the water on, it could potentially crack the pipes, causing major problems with water damage in your home.
Make sure that you have a valid Home Insurance policy to cover you and your possessions this winter, in case of emergency.
