New World 2000 Realty Inc., Brokerage

Monday, December 17, 2012

Winterizing Your Home

One of the oldest homes (1681) on Cape Cod features classic Colonial architecture such as a center chimney and 12 over 8 windows.  Located in Sandwich, Massachusetts                                                                                            
  • Make sure your interior and exterior walls are properly insulated.  Add extra insulation where necessary.

  • Check areas in the house where cold air can seep in and hot air can leak out as this can increase energy costs.  Install caulking and weather-stripping where needed.

  • Use a programmable thermostat so you can change the temperature in your house whenever you want.  

  • Check your furnace and water heater to make sure they're working efficiently.

  • Make sure the gutters are clean with no leaves or debris to prevent ice dams that can cause water damage to your roof and walls.

  • Turn off the water to your outside garden hose and drain the lines as this will prevent the water from freezing.





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