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Being a homeowner is a labor of love, and winter is when that love really shows. As the Midwest chill sets in, these ten practical tips will help you keep your home safe, warm, and energy-efficient all season long.
Drain and disconnect any hoses and turn off the water source to protect your outdoor faucets from freezing.
As houses settle, it’s normal for small cracks around the trim of windows and doors to appear. Even small cracks can let in cold air — use caulk to seal these gaps.
If you can see light around the edges of your doors, you need new weather-stripping. Pro Tip: Pick up caulk and weather stripping at the Fort Wayne Habitat ReStore.
Switch your ceiling fans to spin clockwise during the winter months. This simple trick pushes warm air down, which can help lower your heating costs.
Check that your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly. Replace any old batteries and make sure to hit that test button.
