Comments on: 4 Tips to Winterize Your Home

By: Kelly Russum

Kelly Russum — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:33:18 +0000

Thank you for sharing this! I also want to add that most people forget to shut off the interior valve that controls the outdoor faucet. If water stays in that line, it can freeze and burst inside the wall. After you disconnect the hose, go inside and close the shutoff valve that is usually found in the basement or utility room. Then open the outdoor faucet to let any remaining water drain out.

By: Amazing Air

Amazing Air — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 10:06:10 +0000

I love this article and the tips suggested are very good and helpful. Thank you Robin.
Another handy tip is to install ceiling fans if you haven’t yet and change their rotation to clockwise in winter. This will distribute warm air and direct it downward, lightening the load on your heating system. It’s a relatively inexpensive solution that will help you save money on heating bills.

By: Gervais Mechanical

Gervais Mechanical — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 08:12:25 +0000

I really like the idea of insulating exposed pipes. But for better energy efficiency, it’s a good idea to insulate pipes inside the house near cold walls or where there might be drafts. For most cases, fiberglass or foam (polyethylene/polyurethane) are good choices. If you need to handle higher temperatures, go for mineral wool or elastomeric foam. And for extreme temperatures, use cellular glass. Just think about what you need, the temperature, pipe size, and safety when you decide which one to use.

By: Above&Beyond

Above&Beyond — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 07:50:28 +0000

Valuable tips for preparing for cold weather months, thank you. Additionally, I want to to highlight the significance of home surge protection in safeguarding your home and family during severe weather conditions such as icy conditions, snowstorms, and extreme cold.
By installing it, you can prevent power outages and protect electrical components from potential damage, ensuring the safety and well-being of your household.

By: HelloIm50ish

HelloIm50ish — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 22:56:45 +0000

In reply to Happy Hiller. Great tip Regina!

By: Happy Hiller

Happy Hiller — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:09:40 +0000

Thanks for the helpful advice!!
I just want to add that if you get your hot water from a hot water storage tank, you also need to insulate it. Insulation with an R-value of at least 24 is preferable. This could reduce heat loss by up to 45% and save you around 10% in water heating costs. The good news: you can find pre-cut water tank insulation jackets from around $20

By: OnceUponaTimeHappilyEverAfter.com

OnceUponaTimeHappilyEverAfter.com — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 01:41:16 +0000

Great tips. We need some of those little spigot insulating things. I need to put them on the Lowe’s list. And our weatherstripping around the balcony door in our room is shot. The door can blow up in the middle of the night, even when it is locked!! Talk about a rude awakening.