Doug’s Tip for Winter Prep

Doug has some helpful tips to prep for Winter. Doing these before it gets cold makes them a little easier.

• Take out your Window AC units
• Check that you have an insulated cover over your attic stairs
  • If you do not have a cover, get one from a local lumber yard – Modern Lumber or Eastford Building Supply
• Have your Boiler/Furnace cleaned – call your fuel supplier
• Check Gutters and Gutter downspouts, make sure they are not blocked by landscaping beds
• Add insulation to your attic
• Check exterior doors
  • Check the weather stripping and door sweeps
  • Foam the wedge at bottom, this will direct water out of the house
  • Check the condition of your door jambs, if needed repair and paint while still warm outside.
• Windows
  • Remove Screens
  • Install Storm Windows if you have them or lower storm in place if combination storm/screen
  • Does the window lock close tightly
• Have your Chimney cleaned, if you need someone – Sean from the Flue Doctor in Pomfret is a good person to call
• Check the Dryer Vent – Clean out any lint and check that the exterior flapper is working properly
• Service your Generator and make sure it is ready for use during those winter storms