If lazy days and naps by the fire are part of your winter plans, you need to make sure your home is ready for the winter weather. Get your home tucked-in tight for the chilly days ahead with these winter prep tips.⁣

Examine your pipes. Make sure exterior pipes are insulated and caulked. Insulation and caulk are way less expensive than burst pipes.⁣

Clean out your gutters. Prevent snow and ice damage and keep critters from building nests by cleaning out gutters before the cold weather arrives.⁣

Feel for drafts around doors and windows. Gaps will surely run up your heating bill. An easy DIY solution? New weather-stripping.⁣

Service the furnace. Schedule a maintenance check now so your furnace is ready for the prime time of winter.⁣

Be prepared for ice. Salt increases traction and accelerates melting so have it on hand to head off sidewalk accidents.⁣

This winter, keep the cold outside where it belongs.

Crystal Albertson | Realtor® | The Real Estate Company