Happy November!
The Fall season is in full force, and with Winter quickly approaching, we took the opportunity to send out a reminder to all of our residents on how to prep their home for the cold season!
Here are some of our tips and tricks, so that you can ensure that your home is ready as well.
Fall and Winter Maintenance Reminders
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes:
- Disconnect and drain garden hoses
- Cover outside faucets with insulating foam covers
- Turn off sprinkler system
- If the temperature drops below 20 degree, keep one or two faucets running slowly at all times *Water running through the system will prevent the line from freezing.
- Keep the cabinet under the kitchen sink open so warm air can flow around the pipes
- Cover exposed pipes (both inside and out) with insulating foam covers
- Call the office immediately if you suspect a pipe has frozen for further instructions
- Check the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms to make sure they are working properly
How to Prep the Inside of Your Home for Winter Weather:
- Cover or remove your window air conditioners
- Turn your ceiling fans on low in reverse to circulate warm air
- Inspect fireplaces, and chimneys before using and have them cleaned if needed
- Check the furnace filters and replace if needed
How to Prep Outside of Your Home for Winter Weather:
- Bring in potted plants from outdoors
- Cover any outside plants with insulating materials, remember to remove it once the temperature gets above freezing
- Notify the office if your roof or gutters need cleaning
Additional Friendly Reminders:
- Check the antifreeze levels in your car
- Add freeze resistant windshield wiper fluid and spray it a few times to circulate the lines
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3009 Pacific Ave SE Suite 200, Olympia, WA 98501 Phone: (360) 357-8140 Fax: (360) 918-7676
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