Preparing Your Property For Winter

Winter is just around the corner, and as a homeowner, it’s important to take the necessary steps to prepare your property for the cold months ahead. Spending the time doing this now can save you money in the long run by avoiding costly repairs and potential hazards that can arise due to harsh weather conditions. Knowing what steps to take before winter hits will ensure your property is as safe and secure as possible.

Steps to Prepare Your Property For The Winter Months

Check Gutters and Downspouts 

Gutters are essential for keeping water away from your home and should be checked regularly throughout the year. Before winter sets in, make sure that all debris is removed from gutters, downspouts are clear of obstructions, and any leaks or cracks have been repaired. This will help prevent dangerous ice dams on your roof – a common problem during the winter months caused by snow melting too quickly due to poor insulation or clogged gutters. 

Get Your Roof and Chimney Inspected

Your home’s roof is the first line of defense against snow, ice, and freezing cold temperatures, so it’s important to be certain that there are no issues. Have a roofing expert come and thoroughly inspect your home’s roofing system and chimney ahead of winter; you’ll rest assured knowing they’re in great condition and working properly. And if there are any issues, you can get them addressed right away. 

Cut Back Trees

If there are any weak or overhanging branches on your property, now is the time to have them cut back. Winter snow is heavy and can cause tree branches to break suddenly, causing damage to your house or anyone below them. 

Winterize Sprinkler System 

If you have an irrigation system on your property, you’ll want to ensure it is properly winterized before temperatures drop below freezing. This usually involves draining pipes, disconnecting hoses, and draining stored water in tanks or reservoirs, so they don’t burst due to freezing temperatures. It’s best to hire a professional to ensure everything is done correctly, so you don’t have any unpleasant surprises come springtime when you try turning the system back on again!    

Insulate Exposed Pipes 

Another important step when preparing your property for winter is insulating any exposed pipes with foam insulation tubes or pipe wrap tape. This will prevent them from freezing over during cold nights, which could lead to expensive repairs or even flooding if left unchecked. You should also inspect all outdoor faucets for leaks or cracks before winter arrives so they can be fixed as soon as possible before temperatures drop too low for repair work.

Contact Ambrosio Landscape Solutions for expert property maintenance and residential snow removal services in Fairfield County, CT! 

For all your property maintenance needs all year long, Ambrosio Landscape Solutions is here to help. And when snowstorms hit, we’re the team to call to remove all that snow, so you don’t have to worry about being trapped inside shoveling your way out. We offer our snow removal services to the following towns in Connecticut:

• Darien
• Wilton
• Bethel
• Redding
• Ridgefield
• New Canaan
• Westport
• Weston
• Easton

The experts at Ambrosio Landscape Solutions have the tools and expertise to help remove snow and ice from your driveways and walkways this winter season, so contact us today or give us a call at (203) 762-5167 to learn more!