Fall Steps for Winter Protection
Frost on the pumpkin? October and November on Cape Cod can bring pleasant harvest days. It can also signal the advance of winter cold and the annual threat to the well-being of your home.
If you plan to head south later in the year or be away from your home for an extended time, October is a perfect time to take precautionary steps against frozen pipes and ice dams.
Take the smart home owner’s pledge to keep your furnace thermostat set at NO LOWER 60 DEGREES while you are away.
Fit exposed water pipes with insulation; seal cracks and holes in outside walls and your foundation; keep cabinet doors open during cold spells. And if you intend to turn off your furnace, ask a plumber to help drain your water system
To protect against ice build-up in drains and gutters that could force water back under your roof, ensure that your attic is well ventilated, and make sure the attic floor is well insulated.
A few preventative steps now could prevent against a winter freeze-up costing potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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