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4 Things to Do to Your Home Before Winter Comes | Koala Insulation

We hate to break it to you, but the winter season is already on its way again. It seems like only yesterday we were out shoveling snow and bundling up to go get the mail. With every change in season, it is important to tackle a few key projects around your home to get it ready for the different weather ahead.

Getting these four things done now can ensure your home is ready for the frigid temperatures, heavy snow and anything else that comes our way this winter season:

1. Prepare Water Lines and Faucets

We all know how cold it can get in the dead of winter, and what does water do when it freezes? It expands! Preventing your pipes from freezing is a key element of homeownership in the Midwest.

Any pipe that runs along a wall or is in an unheated area of your home is vulnerable to freezing when the temperatures drop below 32 degrees outside. Insulating around your pipes can keep the water flowing all season. You should also take the time to drain your sprinklers and your outdoor faucets so water doesn’t build up and freeze inside those lines.

2. Have Your Furnace Inspected

We rely heavily on our furnace and HVAC system to keep our homes toasty warm during the winter, so it is important that your furnace gets its annual tune-up during the fall. A professional technician should come out to inspect it for any issues, and he or she can also give it a good cleaning to remove dust or allergen buildup.

The worst time to find out that your furnace isn’t working is on the first really chilly night of the year! Ensuring that your HVAC system is ready to go benefits your entire home, including your insulation.

3. Tackle Any Drafts

Is there a room in your home that your family actively avoids in the winter because it is always freezing? You probably have a draft problem somewhere! Drafts can easily sneak through your home via gaps or hairline cracks around places like windows, doors or even wiring holes.

Our team can investigate your space and air seal any suspicious places to block the flow of air. Once the drafts are sealed up tight, that room should warm up and stay warm throughout the season.

4. Upgrade Insulation

Of course you should make sure that your insulation is ready for the season ahead! Upgrading your insulation can help control temperatures throughout your home, maintain proper airflow and keep your home running efficiently.

Schedule your free insulation evaluation now so we can come out to do our assessment before the busy season kicks into high gear. We will evaluate your home and identify any areas that need an insulation boost so you can stay cozy no matter how snowy or frightful it gets outside this year.

In need of some air sealing or an insulation upgrade? Contact Koala Insulation of Grand Rapids to get started.