Preparing Your Home for Winter

 Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

If you live in Connecticut, you know the winter months are anything but pleasant. With all the snow, freezing temperatures, and heavy winds we get, preparing your home is essential.

The weekend is approaching, which means now is the perfect time to think about ways you can prepare your home for the winter months. We know that sometimes a checklist is easier to follow, so below are a few tips to follow as you go:

1. Turn off your sprinklers and drain excess water from your outdoor pipes to protect them from the freezing up or bursting.  

2. Place your shovels, snow blower, ice chopper, and bags of salt in a location you have easy access to. Snowfalls in the Northeast region are often unexpected, so whether you place them in the garage or in the shed, now is the time to make sure you have all your tools ready to use.

3. Replace your windows and door screens with storm windows and storm doors to insulate your home and protect your interiors from precipitation. Also, check that you have weatherstripping around your windows and doors.

4. Clean or replace your furnace's air filter to ensure maximum comfort in your home for the entire season.

5. Cover all your air conditioning units to prevent drafts when the temperatures drop.

Taking the necessary steps to ensure your home’s comfort will protect you and your family from the brutal weather conditions that Connecticut brings. To learn more about how you can prepare your home for winter, please click here.

Phil's Main Roofing is a family owned and operated roofing company located in Norwalk, CT. We have been providing commercial and residential roofing services to property owners in Connecticut and New York for over 65 years. If you find yourself troubled with a roof that needs repairs, give us a call at (203) 838-4545 and our experienced roofing professionals will be happy and ready to give you a hand!