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Winter Home Improvement Projects
Fri 14 Nov 2008 - 14:10
Winter Home Improvement Projects
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jessica_Brylan]Jessica Brylan
When it was cold last week, I got the hint. I don't care that it's warm this week. The winter is coming and it's time to work on the list of winter tasks before it's too late.
The main thing is safety. You don't want to be on an icy roof and you don't want the roof to get damaged this winter. You don't want to be working outside in the cold at all if it's not necessary, but you don't want your deck to go without attention either. So, you have to get in gear and get some things done now while you have the chance.
The first thing is the roof. I really don't suggest walking on the roof, but it will save you a great deal of money when you remove tree branches, balls and toys. Grab an extension ladder. It will be sturdier than a folding ladder.
You should get a broom and try to reach everything you can with it. If you have to get on the roof, make sure you have someone supervising you while you are up there. You'll be surprised how many balls and dolls you find. Kids seem to always forget to tell you when it comes to things like that.
While you have the ladder out and you're already working, clean the gutters. Plenty of leaves have fallen during the season changes and you will find a bundle of them in your rain spout. It's a Saturday job and it shouldn't take long. But, it will keep you from having other problems over the winter months.
Then, take a look at your deck. Your deck will last longer and always look great if you treat it properly. Pressure-wash your entire deck and then let it set for half a day. Treat it with water sealant and you'll enjoy a longer lasting deck than your neighbors.
Finally, take a look at your pipes. Go to your basement and take a look around at all of them. If you wrap all of your pipes in water pipe insulation, you'll enjoy a much more comfortable winter. Most people leave some of the pipe without insulation, but I wouldn't suggest doing that.
Some people say that painting the walls is perfect for in the winter. I slightly disagree with them. But, painting is an indoor job that you can do in the winter if you are safe. Pick a warmer day when you can open windows and let the air breeze through. That way, you won't be flying high by the time you are finished and the kids are coming home from school.
There are plenty of things that you can get accomplished this winter. All of your smaller indoor jobs can be finished before spring comes around. But remember, you want all of your outdoor jobs finished before it really gets cold. That way, you can sit inside on a snowy day and watch your neighbors doing things you've had done for weeks.
Jessica Brylan has been a student of construction all her life, under her father who retired in 2004. Her passion turned to interior design and strangely evolved into becoming a fireplace expert. Her latest report VGF Green Report demonstrates her knowledge of all things concerning the home. Read further details about the Ventless Gel Fireplace reports at [http://ventless-gel-fireplace.com/Reports.php]The Ventless Gel Fireplace Reports and sign up for the newsletter so you can be updated whenever Jessica Brylan puts out a new one.
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