Getting your home ready for the winter can be a challenging yet fulfilling experience. In Michigan, where winter temperatures can get well below zero, you will definitely need some or all of the following recommendations to get through the winter months without a problem:
- Get a home inspection, and make sure that your HVAC and insulation are properly verified. A technician should be available to do a thorough check up of your heating system and ensure that any repairs required by your system are accounted for. Also, make sure you consider the R-rating of your home and the required standard for insulation thickness in your area.
- If your windows are old or damaged, make sure you replace them with energy-efficient aluminum or vinyl windows that can keep the heat inside your home and provide you with energy-efficient heating all winter.
- Replace any wooden exterior doors with durable metal doors. Have your roof inspected by a local roofing Canton MI expert. Michigan winters can be extremely cold depending on the area you live in, and every little detail about your home’s ability to keep the heat inside will count.
Although these tips might require a larger investment than you’ve expected, you’ll find it’s well worth it in the long run. These are measures you won’t have to take every year, and the amount you can save over the next 4-5 years alone will more than account for your current costs.