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Winterization time is here!

10/24/2023 (Permalink)

Winter in New Mexico can be a beautiful but chilly time of year, with temperatures dropping and snowfall in some areas. To keep your home warm and cozy during the winter months, it's essential to undertake a few key steps to winterize your home effectively. Here are some tips to ensure your New Mexico home is ready for the colder season:

  1. Seal Gaps and Cracks: Check for gaps and cracks around doors, windows, and in your home's foundation. Seal them with weather-stripping, caulk, or foam insulation to prevent cold drafts from entering your home.

  2. Insulate Your Attic: Adequate insulation in your attic helps to retain heat and can reduce energy costs. Make sure your attic is well-insulated to keep warm air inside.

  3. Service Your Heating System: Have your heating system professionally serviced to ensure it's operating efficiently. A well-maintained system will keep your home warm while saving on energy costs.

  4. Protect Pipes: New Mexico's winter nights can be frigid, so insulate your water pipes to prevent freezing and potential damage. Dripping faucets can also help prevent freezing.

  5. Consider Energy-Efficient Windows: Energy-efficient windows can help reduce heat loss and improve your home's energy efficiency.

  6. Reverse Ceiling Fans: If you have ceiling fans, switch their direction to clockwise. This circulates warm air downwards and helps keep your rooms warmer.

  7. Use Draft Stoppers: Place draft stoppers at the bottom of exterior doors to block drafts and keep the cold air out.

  8. Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Ensure your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly to keep your home safe.

By taking these steps to winterize your New Mexico home, you'll be better prepared for the colder season, staying warm and cozy while reducing energy consumption. SERVPRO of Northwest Albuquerque is here for emergency restoration services that may occur from frozen pipes in the winter time. We also service HVAC ducts for better air quality and system efficiency.

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