3 Projects to Get Your Home Ready For Winter In Dover

Winter is coming. Is your house ready? Here are 3 things you can do in Dover to get ready for the season so you can relax and enjoy everything that winter brings with it.

 

Drafts in your room result in higher energy bills. And even if the Dover winter may be mild, servicing drafty rooms can also keep your home cool in the summer. You can maximize your home’s insulation and reduce drafts by:

• Putting in extra insulation to your home’s extremities. Consult with a professional to learn if your current situation is enough.

• Checking your windows and doors for air moving through any gaps that you find.

• Putting in energy-efficient window coverings like Polywood® plantation shutters with added weatherstripping. Polywood shutters insulate nearly 70% better than a regular wood shutter and repel as much as 30 degrees of airflow through the window.

• Getting an energy audit to find how air might be leaking out of your home and what extra steps you can take to fix it.

2. Go on the offensive against water damage

Water damage can hose down your winter plans. Before the temperature falls or a wet winter season begins, take preemptive measures to keep water where it belongs, rather than finding its way to where it might damage your house. Steps to take include:

• Clear your gutters of blockage so that any precipitation can easily run out. Obstructed gutters can lead to dams which can damage your roof or result in water leaking inside.

• Keep your pipes heated since frozen water pipes can rupture and result in major interior damage. Depending on your climate and home, you’ll need to talk to a professional about insulating pipes next to exterior walls or even wrapping heat tape around them. Be sure to keep your thermostat at at least 55 degrees at all times, especially if you’re away from home.

3. Get Professional Inspections

You want to make sure your house is running in perfect form when winter comes. Yearly check-ups of key systems in the home can ensure your home is safe and energy efficient.

• Ventilation and water heater. Your heating system and water heater are some of the biggest energy sinks in your house. An inspection will protect your home from any mishap or inefficiency. Before winter sets in is also a great time to have your water heater flushed out to get rid of blockage.

• Chimney. Inspections let you make use of the ambiance of your chimney worry-free.

Relax and Enjoy The Season

When your home is properly equipped for winter, you can enjoy everything the season offers in Dover, from a coffee by the fireplace to parties with guests. And if you’re in the mood for a brand-new look for your home this winter, drop us a line to discuss window coverings such as shutters, barn doors, or blinds for any room in your home. Get started by calling Sunburst Shutters Delaware at 301-835-1611 for a free in-home consultation.