Check + Replace Old/Worn Weather Stripping – Keep the cold out and reduce your heating bill!  If caulking looks worn, remove and re-caulk with an efficient, moisture-resistant product.

Seal Gaps – Look for small gaps near the foundation or windows, check for loose frames and cracked panes. Keep the critters out by making sure all the window screens are secure and not damaged

Exteriors – Inspect the exterior for any cracks in the finishing to avoid costly repairs later down the road.

A/C Units – If you have a window A/C unit (and haven’t already removed it!) make sure to do so and place an insulated cover over it to protect your home from the elements.

Test CO2 + Smoke Detectors – easy to forget, but very important to remember to check!

Change Direction of Ceiling Fans – this creates an upward draft and redistributes warm air from the ceiling.

Clean Rain Gutters – the summer and autumn lead to a huge build-up of debris in the gutters – especially in the older, well-treed neighbourhoods! Cleaning out the gutters before the winter makes for a breezy summer transition as the snow melts off the roof.

Inspect Roof – Replacing  and repairing damaged shingles before the winter moisture is a much cheaper investment and makes for a stress-free winter in your home!

Store All Outdoor Furniture + Grills – leaving your patio furniture and BBQ out for the winter can lead to unnecessary damage and replacement costs.

Inspect Driveway – check for cracks and fill with sealer when needed.

Exposed Water Pipes – make sure that the water to outdoor pipes has been turned off and drained to avoid bursting, frozen pipes.