š Just like your favorite football team prepares for every game, your home needs to be game-day ready for winter. Hereās your seasonal maintenance playbook to tackle the rainy and chilly weather of the PNW like a pro!
Exterior Defense: Protect Your Homeās End Zone
1ļøā£ Clean Your Gutters:
Keep your gutters clear so water flows freelyāno fumbles when heavy rain hits.
2ļøā£ Inspect Your Roof:
A solid roof is like a strong offensive lineākeeping your home protected from all angles.
3ļøā£ Trim Overhanging Branches:
Don't let overgrown branches "sack" your home during storms.
4ļøā£ Check Exterior Paint and Siding:
Seal cracks to block winterās blitz from sneaking in.
Interior Offense: Score Big on Comfort
5ļøā£ Service Your Furnace or Heat Pump:
Make sure itās ready to perform in the fourth quarter of the year.
6ļøā£ Seal Drafts:
Your home should be as airtight as Lumen Field is loud!
7ļøā£ Check Your Chimney:
A clean and safe chimney is your homeās special teams player during cold nights.
8ļøā£ Test Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors:
Play smart and avoid unnecessary turnoversāsafety is the MVP of your home team.
Yard and Garden Special Teams
9ļøā£ Drain and Store Garden Hoses:
Donāt let freezing temps sideline your hoses and faucets.
š Winterize Your Lawn:
Aerate, fertilize, and get your lawn ready to "kick off" the next season.
š§ļø Stay Ahead of the Rain: Tackling these tasks now can save you from costly "penalties" later.
š Need a "coach" for your home maintenance team? I have trusted local experts who can help. Ask me for referrals!
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