Steps So Your Dwelling May Be Protected In The Cold Season

Getting ready for Jack Frost's arrival can easily send a shiver down any property owner's spine. A lengthy to-do list for getting your house ready can be overwhelming, leaving you wondering where you will find the time and resources. But, with some optimism, simple tips and access to a few rental tools, you can winterize your house in just one weekend, leaving plenty of time to enjoy fall's splendor.

Prepare Your Yard And Landscaping

Cold temperatures cause grass and other plants in your landscape to go dormant. Spend a couple of hours preparing your landscaping for beautiful greenery next year.

Start by aerating. Renting an aerator is a cost-effective and efficient way to decrease thatch and supply extra space in the soil for water and oxygen to reach the roots. Locate a nearby American Rental Association (ARA) member store close to you by going to RentalHQ.com. After aerating, spread a high quality winter fertilizer to provide your yard the nutrients it needs to grow strong. If you live in an area with harsh winters, remember to cover roses and fragile perennials so that they are protected.

Winterize Your Deck

The harsh winter elements can take a major toll on decking, so it's important to guard it. With a little time and effort, your deck will make it through winter season unharmed and ready for outdoor fun in spring.

To keep the structure's integrity in one piece and wood remaining beautiful, clean and seal your patio before winter arrives. Begin by renting a pressure washer at your neighborhood ARA member rental store. The qualified rental associate will give you guidance on secure and efficient operation of the pressure washer. Shortly after you wash your patio, let it dry thoroughly and then apply paint or sealer.

Prune Your Shrubs

Unstable trees and dead branches can break and fall during winter, potentially damaging your home, your automobile, an utility line, or worse. Be an accountable property owner and cut weak or dead branches in the autumn so you don't have to worry.

A chainsaw is the easiest way to deal with dead branches and will take much less time than hand sawing. You can rent out a chainsaw to cut the timber into small logs or portions for disposing of properly. Chippers can also be rented out for grinding up the wood and using it for mulch in the spring.

Seal Windowpanes And Entrances

When temperatures drop, the small leaks in windows and doorways become apparent. Avoid a cold house and expensive utility bills by caulking your windows and weather stripping doors.

Weather stripping is cheap and very easy. Apply the adhesive strip in between the door and frame for a tight seal that confines the amount of air that gets in or leaves when the door is shut. Caulking windows is a simple process as well when you have a caulk gun. If you need to have a tall ladder to reach second story windows, think about renting it because you'll most likely use it infrequently. While you have the ladder, clean your rain gutters of fallen leaves and other debris that can cause backups and ice dams.

All you need is one weekend to prep your house and yard for the cold weather to come. Plus you'll get to experience the sharp autumn air while you get these quick and simple chores done.

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