With winter moving on, it’s time to begin preparing your vacation homes and foreclosure properties for the spring. You’ll want them up and running for use or inspections and will enjoy several benefits from staying on top of the job. Here are a few reasons to make de-winterizing a priority.

Why You Need to De-Winterize Your Home

1. Getting the Water Running

If you’re like most vacation home owners, you turned off the water during winter to avoid freezing and pipe damage. You’ll want to get the system running again so that it’s ready for weekend trips or extended vacations this spring.

The best de-winterizing method is to have a plumber reconnect tubes and piping and turn on the main water supply. They can also monitor fixtures, the water heater, and other components for signs of leaks. If any damage did occur over winter, the plumber can tackle it before it becomes an inconvenience.

2. Getting Your Home Ready for the Market

Spring is the best time to sell real estate. If you want to move a foreclosure home, you’ll need all the core systems available for inspection. A plumber and heating services professional will check the piping, boiler or furnace, A/C system, and ventilation to ensure these are functional.

When a prospective buyer schedules an inspection, you won’t have to worry about unaddressed issues surfacing and impacting the sale.

3. Preventing Flooding

Over the winter, debris may have frozen in your home’s gutters. When spring rains arrive, you want to ensure water is properly drained from the property.

Clogged gutters cause water to spill over the sides. It can erode your home’s exterior, damage the landscaping below, and even seep deeper into the soil and damage the foundation.

4. Keeping Your Family Safe

Make sure that your home alarm system is functional and that smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are working. You should have a plumber look at the sump pump when you restore electricity so that they confirm that it will prevent flooding.

Have a heating service professional check for gas leaks when you begin powering gas appliances again. Collectively, this de-winterizing checklist will make sure your family and property are safe.

Ready to schedule plumber services? McGuire Plumbing & Heating proudly serves New London County, CT, and is backed by 35 years of experience. Their team provides comprehensive plumbing services, including drain line inspections, pipe repairs, and de-winterizing services. Explore their HVAC services on their website or call (860) 376-3388 to schedule a plumber inspection.