The time has come when the mornings are cold and getting out from under the warm covers to get ready for work or school can be a chilling experience; a time when homeowners think about winterizing their homes.
With energy prices sure to climb as the temperatures drop, winterizing the home is an important step that can save hundreds during the course of the cold winter months. Below are some Web sites where homeowners can learn many winterizing techniques that TheBAYNET.com found.
To be sure, TBN found literally thousands of Web sites offering tips. Here are some highlights of a few:
At the Planet Green Web site, there are not only winterizing tips, but 35 specific ideas for doing so while not only looking after the environment, but designed to keep common toxins out of the home. Some the tips including the Sierra Club Video below, are tips that are inexpensive and healthy.
On Home Buying/Selling Web site, there also man tips for more traditional winterizing techniques including everything from furnace inspection tips, preparing the fireplace for winter use, treatments and tips for exterior doors and windows, roof, gutter and downspouts and more.
At Realestate.msn.com there many more useful tips help homeowners prepare for the winter months. The site has tips for caulking leaks to sealing masonry and information about home insulation.
TBN’s search also found many helpful videos with specific tips on everything from winterizing windows to preparing landscaping for winter. An example is below.
One thing is for sure, winterizing the home is extremely important to home comfort and efficiency. Starting now, should ensure that the winter months are cozy and warm and the energy bills as low as possible.
