As the temperature starts to drop, you need to start thinking about how to prepare your home for the snow, ice, and frigid temperatures that this winter will surely bring to Ohio. From updating your furnace to weatherproofing your doors and windows, there’s a lot to do, but when you work with Osterwisch Company in Cincinnati, OH, you can get it all done in one easy step.

There’s no need to research and contact several different vendors, Osterwisch Company will handle all of your winter preparations:

• Give Your Heating System A Check-up: Your furnace has been sitting idle for several months, so it’s important to make sure that it’s still in good condition before you start it up again. Hire a professional to perform routine maintenance tasks and catch potential problems before they turn into costly catastrophes.
• Add & Replace Insulation: Focus on the areas of your home that are most likely to let in cold drafts. Attics are notorious for being poorly insulated, and if too much warm air escapes into the attic, the snow and ice on your roof will melt and refreeze, creating a damaging ice dam.

• Apply New Weather Stripping: In addition to your attic, your doors and windows may also leak valuable warm air. Check to see if your weather stripping is torn or worn-looking, and if it is, simply pull it off and tack on new material.

• Inspect Your Roof: Snow may look light and fluffy, but if enough of it accumulates on your roof, you may have a serious problem. Inspect your roof for loose or damaged shingles before the white stuff starts falling and causes the wood beneath the shingles to rot.

Preparing your home for winter may seem like a monumental task, but with help from Osterwisch Company, you can start this winter season stress-free. Give them a call at (513) 791-3282, or visit their website to learn more about their plumbing, electric, and temperature control services.