Seasonal Prep
Prepare your home for every season
Winterize Outdoor Faucets to Prevent Burst Pipes
Disconnect hoses and install foam faucet covers before first freeze — prevents burst pipe disasters.
Reverse Ceiling Fan Direction for Winter
Flip your ceiling fan to clockwise in winter — pushes warm air down and cuts heating bills 10-15%.
Change Your HVAC Filter Every 60-90 Days
A clean HVAC filter improves air quality and cuts energy bills by up to 15%.
Wrap Pipes with Foam Insulation Before Winter
$10 of foam pipe insulation prevents frozen pipes and saves on hot water energy costs.
Clean Gutters Twice a Year to Prevent Water Damage
Clogged gutters cause foundation damage, roof leaks, and ice dams — clean in spring and fall.
Test Smoke Detectors When You Change Clocks
Test smoke detectors and change batteries every time clocks change — easy twice-a-year routine.
Drain Your Water Heater Annually
Draining a few gallons of sediment annually extends water heater life by 5+ years.
Seal Driveway Cracks Before Winter
$8 of crack filler now prevents $2,000 driveway replacement later.
Prepare an Emergency Power Outage Kit
A $50 kit with flashlights, batteries, water, and a radio — ready before the next storm hits.
Switch to LED Bulbs and Save $200/Year
LED bulbs use 75% less energy and last 25 times longer than incandescents — switch every bulb in the house.
Clean AC Condenser Coils for Better Cooling
Hosing off your AC's outdoor unit in spring restores cooling efficiency by up to 25%.
Program Your Thermostat for Seasonal Savings
Auto-adjusting temps when you sleep and leave saves $180/year — set it once, save forever.
Caulk Windows and Doors to Stop Air Leaks
A $5 tube of caulk seals air leaks that cost you $100+/year in wasted energy.
Flush Your Sprinkler System Before Winter
Blow out sprinkler lines before the first freeze — prevents cracked pipes and broken heads.