These are suggestions which we don’t require of our owners. Just to use as a guideline for winterizing your home.
Outside Duties
Clean and store boats, dock ornaments, ladder, life jackets and ski equipment.
Mow the lawn one last time (if you have a lawn at your place).
Clean and winterize lawn mower and other gas-powered yard equipment.
Rake and remove leaves within at least 30 feet from your home.
Store fire pit decorations, emptied flower pots, drained hoses and sprinklers, and deflated water toys.
Look for air leaks around electrical wiring, dryer vents, pipes, windows and doors; then seal leaks with caulk or insulation to keep out cold air and pests.
Insulate pipes in crawl spaces by wrapping them with heat tape or thermostatically- controlled heat cables; also open cabinet doors to allow heat to get to un-insulated pipes under sinks and appliances near exterior walls.
Clean out gutters, and inspect roof for shingles that are raised or cracked; leaking roofs and clogged gutters can lead to significant water damage.
Store outdoor furniture, picnic tables and hammocks.
Cover hose bib with insulated cover.
If you have an irrigation system, have it drained and shut-down.
Locate and inform property management where main water-shut off is, this is usually in the yard or located by driveway.
Inside Duties
Ensure your water shut off works and instructions
Set thermostat at the appropriate temperature for the region. If you heat your place in the winter, set the thermostat no lower than 55 degrees.
Clean furnace filter to maintain an efficient heating and cooling system and reduce the risk of fire.
Unplug computers and appliances that will not be used in the winter.Pull shades, or cover furniture to keep it from being bleached by the sun.
Put mothballs or dryer sheets near linens.
Restock and store first-aid kit.
Take out all perishable foods. Try to reduce any issues with bears by not keeping food in the house.
Check the hot water heater, make sure it’s set up for the winter.
Close damper for fireplace.