Winter Weather Made Easy with DBC

Posted by dbccompany on Oct 31st, 2014 | no comments

Winter weather is right around the corner and now is a good time to take stock of
the neccesary things that need to be completed to prepare your family for a safe,
secure and warm season. Things that you may have put off for another day, well these
next few weeks may be the only ones warm enough to accomplish them. For tasks that
you don’t feel that you’re up to par in taking care of, D.B.C. Company is just one
phone call away and can give you an estimate on completing the work for you. Our
estimators will come out, assess what needs to be done, and get you an estimate
in 72 hours. So don’t feel like you need to put something off for another season
and have to suffer, because with D.B.C. Company on your side you’ll be ready for
winter in no time.

Winter Weather Home Maintenance
D.B.C. Company suggests that you create a checklist of things to prepare on your
home before the winter weather cold sets in. This list should include:

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Get your mind in the gutters. Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts.

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Button up your overcoat. Seal gaps and cracks around windows and doors with weather-stripping
and caulk. Insulate any water lines that run along outer walls. This will make water
less likely to freeze. Also, be sure to insulate any pipes located in an unfinished
basement or crawl space to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting

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Get on top of roof problems. Inspect your roof for damaged or curled shingles, corroded
flashing, or leaky vents.

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Walk the walks (and drives). Take steps to repair damaged sidewalks, driveways,
and steps.

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Chill out. Drain and winterize outdoor faucets and irrigation systems.

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Freshen your filter. Clean or replace dirty furnace filters.

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Give your furnace a physical. Have a professional inspect your heating system.

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Gather round the hearth. Check fireplaces for soot or creosote build-up. Better
yet, schedule a visit from a reputable chimney sweep.

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Keep the humidifier humming. Clean the plates or pads to ensure efficient operation.

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Head-off gas problems. If you have a gas-fired room heater, have it inspected by
a pro. Also, perform any routine maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

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Keep the wood fires burning brightly. Wood stoves are making a comeback. To avoid
a deadly situation, be sure to inspect yours before firing it up.

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