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Your Home Winter Checklist

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Dean Birks

Posted in winter, check list, maintenance, home, repairs, ice,

Check and clean or replace furnace air filters each month during the heating season. Ventilation systems, such as heat recovery ventilator filters, should be checked every two months
After consulting your hot water tank owner’s manual, drain off a dishpan full of water from the clean-out valve at the bottom of your hot water tank to control sediment and maintain efficiency
Clean your humidifier two or three times during the winter season
Vacuum bathroom fan grills to ensure proper ventilation
Vacuum fire and smoke detectors, as dust or spiderwebs can prevent them from functioning
Vacuum radiator grills on the back of refrigerators and freezers, and empty and clean drip trays
Check gauges on all fire extinguishers, and recharge or replace as necessary
Check fire escape routes, door and window locks and hardware, and lighting around the home’s exterior. Ensure your family has good security habits
Check the basement floor drain to ensure the trap contains water. Refill with water if necessary
Monitor your home for excessive moisture levels – for instance, since condensation on your windows can cause significant damage over time and pose serious health problems, this requires corrective action
Check all faucets for signs of dripping and change washers as needed. Faucets requiring frequent replacement of washers may be in need of repair or replacement
If you have a plumbing fixture that’s not used frequently, such as a laundry tub or spare bathroom sink, tub or shower stall, briefly run some water to keep water in the trap
Clean drains in the dishwasher, sinks, bathtubs and shower stalls
Test plumbing shut-off valves to ensure they’re working and to prevent them from seizing
Examine windows and doors for ice accumulation or cold air leaks. If found, make a note for repair or replacement in the spring
Examine attic for frost accumulation. Check roof for ice dams or icicles. If there’s excessive frost or staining of the underside of the roof, or ice dams on the roof surface, be sure to have an expert look into the issue
Check electrical cords, plugs and outlets for all indoor and outdoor seasonal lights to ensure fire safety. If showing signs of wear, or if plugs/cords feel warm, replace immediately

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