Preparing Yourself for the Colder Months Ahead
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Fall and Winter are my favorite time of year! I love to spend this time take extra special care of myself by enjoying yummy holiday treats and spending time with the family. Another thing that I take care of is my home! Remember, as the colder months come in, maintenance to ensure a warm and safe home is of the utmost importance. Here are a few tips for your home to think about as we prepare to enter Fall and Winter:
- Make sure to get keep up with the maintenance of your heater. Make sure it is checked by a technician so that they are clean and able to function properly to keep your home warm.
- Check up on your fireplace. Make sure it is clean and ventilated if you have one, and if you want to use it.
- Make sure to set up all insulation so your home stays warm and keep energy costs low.
- Clean outside of the house like the roof and gutters of leaves.
- Check all home detectors like smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Make sure they have fresh batteries to last through the season.
- Finally, have an emergency supply of non-perishable foods, water, battery-operated lighting sources, extra batteries, and first aid supplies. This is important for cold-weather natural disasters like blizzards or ice storms.
Prepare your home with these tips and stay safe during the holidays!
References:
“Be Prepared to Stay Safe & Healthy in Winter” – Purdue University Extension – LaGrange County