With the beginning of Fall only a day away, (the astronomical fall in the northern hemisphere begins September 23, 2015) it sparks a multitude of excitement! With the leafs beginning to turn, its easy to imagine the sensation of the brisk air of a mid-west sunset, a scene so vibrant and beautiful its as if Leonardo Da Vinci and Albrecht Durer came together to create a masterpiece that is the sky before us. A constant rustle of the ever changing leafs and the pop from cedar as the coals burn into the night serve to serenade the season of change; and all its beauty and tranquility. Fall is a time to admire the beauty of mother nature, indulge in meals twice the size of a weeks caloric intake according to your diet, and most importantly a time to be surrounded by the ones we love and care about the most.
With so many changes being experienced all around us it is important to acknowledge the reason for the continuous differences, and that is in preparation for Winter. As a homeowner, it is vital to inspect and maintain a few components during the Autumn months to ensure efficiency and dependability during winter.
First and foremost, is to inspect the windows and doors of your home, By being aware of any cracks, leaks or air coming through the window sills or door frames, it will create a more efficient heating system which in turn saves you money on your electricity bills. Some solutions may be as simple as applying caulking to a leaking window.
Throughout the year temperatures fluctuate from one end of the thermometer all the way to the other, causing almost constant use of heating or air conditioning units.Having your units cleaned at least twice a year keep your family healthier and expands the life of your units. The majority of HVAC Contractors have the ability to clean your units, but if you reside in or near Quincy, Illinois then you should check out Aire Serv of Quincy!
Many families enjoy utilizing their fireplace given the home is equipped with one. Fire places are not commonly used during the summer months but could be the main heating source over the winter, leaving an ample amount of time in between seasons for damage or dirt build up to occur. Prior to cold weather use you should visually inspect your fireplace and give it a test run to ensure that it is functioning properly throughout the winter. If you find damage that you are concerned with make sure to contact a licensed professional.
Most every home has a water spout on the exterior, and most of us leave a hose or hoses connected to it during summer, but during the winter months you are not going to want to treat the situation in the same manner. You need to drain the hose of the water in it to prevent freezing up which could cause it to expand and contract damaging your hose. You should also unhook the hose from the spout as well.
In today’s housing market many homeowners have lawn care equipment of some sort, during winter that equipment is not being used but may still have gas in the tank. During your preparation for the winter you should remove the gas from all stored equipment,. Allowing gas to sit for a long period will cause sediment in the tanks which could potentially ruin the equipment. If your someone who likes to avoid the task of lawn maintenance and hire the work out then give Quincy Lawn Guys a shout!
Fall is the season of change and if we can embrace the changes to come head on then they could be beneficial to you later on. These helpful Fall tips for homeowners set you up for success! If the season of change inspires you to change your address, then you will surely need the best!
Reed Cox 