Get the house ready for winter at Halfvalue.com

Seal leaks around doors and windows
1. Add or replace worn weather stripping around doors and windows.
2. Caulk gaps where necessary.
3. Replace worn door stops at the bottom of doors.
'Astro Pneumatic (AP 405) Air Caulking Gun'
'Industrial Skeleton Caulk Gun'
'Caulk - Dow Clear Cartridge'
'2 Pack of SF64-25 SHRINK-IT ROLL 64X25'
'Classic Door Stop (Polished Nickel)'

Other leaks
1. Use caulking and weather-stripping around entry points for all pipes and ducts that travel through the exterior wall.
2. Install insulating kits behind electrical plugs that are on a wall with the exterior side.
'Weather Stripping - 1/2" x 1/2" Foam'
'""PowerCaulker Drill-Powered Tube/Cartridge Dispenser/Applicator'

Heating system checks
1. Vaccum the vents and other heating components.
2. Replace the furnace filter if required.
3. Consider installing a setback thermostat. It regulates the temperature, allowing the home to be cooler when you are away or sleeping.
4. Fill oil or propane tanks.
'RPS PRODUCTS INC #A35 Furn Humidifier WTR Pad'
'Portable Thermostat Automatically Controls Space Heaters and More!'
'Reddy Heater Portable Propane Infra-Red Tank Top Heater'

Check the roofing system
1. Remove lose shingles.
2. Make sure the flashing around the chimney or vent pipes is watertight.
3. Check the bricks and mortar for damage and repair it.
4. Install a screen at the top of the chimney to keep leaves and other items out.
5. Clean drain gutters and point downspouts away from the house.
6. Trim tree limbs that are hanging over or touching the roof.
'Gutter Screens'
'GutterBrush Gutter Guard 12 ft. Prove It Kit'
'GUTTER FLUSHER'
'WOLF-Garten Total Tree Cutting Set ON SALE NOW!'
'1.25 HP Electric Polesaw Extends from 6ft. 6in. to 9ft. 8in.'

Winterize plumbing system
1. Use heat tape to keep your pipes warm in cold weather.
2. Learn how to turn off water at its source so that you can stop leaks immediately if they start.
3. Drain water from outdoor faucets when you think a hard freeze is coming.
'31015 15UL PIPE HEAT CABLE'
'Insulation'
'Insulation Foam Tape'

Winterizing outdoor items
1. Give decks an additional coat of sealer.
2. Check the foundation and siding for cracks or other gaps.
3. Drain garden hoses, roll them up, and store them inside.
4. Close and cover the swimming pool.
5. Prune shrubbery and add mulch to perennial flower beds.
6. Cover outdoor furniture or store it inside.
'24' Round 12 YR A/G'
'Patio Furniture Covers: Round Table and Chair Cover - 84"'

Collect emergency supplies
1. Candles and matches or a small butane lighter.
2. Flashlight and batteries.
3. Fill propane tank and buy charcoal for outdoor grills.
4. Battery operated radio or weather radio. Buy extra batteries.
5. Snow blower, shovels, and chemicals to melt snow.
6. Containers of bottled water. Non perishable food to last a few days and a hand-operated can opener.
7. Paper plates, plastic eating utensils and paper towels.
8. Extra firewood. Fuel for generator. Kerosene and kerosene heater.
'Blazer (BLZBULLET) Bullet Refillable Butane Lighter'
'Contek Multi Function Lantern w/ Emergency Spotlight.'
'Flashlight 2 Million Candle Power Halogen Corded / Cordless'
'Grundig FR200 Emergency Radio'
'Reddy Heater PK-55 55000btu Kerosene Heater'
'Toro 38025 1800 Electric Power Curve Snow Thrower'
'The Snow Pusher Plus'

And most importantly, if you are new to town, ask your neighbors how they prepare for winter.