I’m sharing 25 essential ways to prepare your home for winter to stay warm, save money, and prevent overspending renovation, and make your home more comfortable all season long. Because after all… “Winter is coming”
Winter Home Preparation Checklist:
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Change Your Fire Filter – Keeps the air clean and saves money on energy bills.
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Clean the Evestroughs (Gutters) – Protects against icicles, roof damage, insects, and basement flooding.
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Rotate Shoes and Outerwear for the Season – Replace summer gear, check if winter boots, coats, and mittens fit.
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Minimize the Entryway and Donate Outdoor Winter Gear – Create space and support charities.
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Disconnect and Remove External Piping – Prevents frozen pipes and burst pipes.
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Shut off and Drain Outdoor Water Lines – Protects pipes from cold and cracking.
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Refill Bird Feeders and Feed Outdoor Wildlife – Helps wild birds and critters during the cold months.
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Birdhouses and Squirrel Habitats – Create cozy outdoor homes for animals like the albino backyard squirrel.
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Pack and Clean Outdoor Cushions and Furniture – Prevents fungus and damage; keep them dry.
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Cover the Grill/Barbecue – Keeps you protected from snow and ice.
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Minimize Ground Plants in the Garden – Supports plant health and reduces spring cleaning.
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Mulch or Protect Fragile Plants – Use mulch, grass, or cover plants such as lavender.
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Empty and Clean Dead Hanging Jars – Prevents pollution and makes spring gardening easier.
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Bring Potted Plants Inside (Optional) – Try putting ferns or other soft plants inside or in the garage.
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See Windows and Doors for Drafts – Use the candle to check and use the weather stripping as needed.
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Install Thermal Curtains – Helps to install windows and save heat.
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Declutter Interior Spaces – Deal with excess items before packing for the winter.
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Set the delete timer for 30 minutes – Wins fast! Focus on paper stacks, kitchen accessories, or catch-all areas.
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Create or re-cut an Emergency Kit – Include flashlights, batteries, candles, snacks, and lamps.
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Check flashlights for working batteries – Replace anything that doesn’t work.
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Collect and Store Extra Candles and Lamps – Scented candles = cozy emergencies.
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Store Non-Perishable Foods – For power outages or unexpected snow days.
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Check All Smoke Detectors – Make sure they are working and replace the old batteries.
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Check Carbon Monoxide Detectors – Important in winter when heating systems are used.
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Enjoy and Enjoy Your Clean, Prepared Home – Celebrate your efforts and relax!
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