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Tips to help you get ready for “Old Man Winter”

November 26, 2011 By homegauge Leave a Comment

0_0_0_0_250_161_csupload_393241971. Recharge Fire extinguishers
2. Wax and buff wood floors
3. Professionally Clean curtains and drapes
4. Inspect and touch up interior paint
5. Inspect exposed plumbing areas for dampness
6. Perform seasonal pest control
7. Test for carbon monoxide
8. Make sure all windows and doors are sealed properly
9. Make sure home has adequate insulation (pipes, ducts, water heater) to insure there is no heat loss.
10. Make sure all outlets have covers with insulation covers as well, you would be surprised how much heat escapes through the outlets.
11. Make sure chimney & fireplace is clean and in working order.
12. Make sure furnace is operational and filter is clean

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