INDSRORIHOMEOWNERS eee Preparing Your House For Colder Weather (NAPSA)—Colder weather often means you'll be spending more time indoors with family and friends. That’s why it’s important to make sure your homeis prepared to makeyourloved ones feel comfortable and protected. Here are some suggestions to help get your home in shape for the colder months ahead: *Clogged gutters can result in rainwater or melting snow backing up onto your roof, leading to water damage. Makesure to regularly check that gutters are clean of debris. This can help avoid costly repairs and water stains on yourceilings. Sealing up your homeis the first step in stopping drafts, which can lead to costly heating bills. This includes caulking and shrinkwrapping the windows, weatherstripping the doors andinstalling storm windows. A good wayto test if you need additional sealing is to light a candle on a windy day and place it near the spot you are testing. If the flameflickers when the wind blows, then you knowit’s a goodidea to seal it up. Colder temperatures outdoors mean rodents will seek refuge in your warm home. To get them out, use a simple, mess-free solution, such as d-CON Ready Mixed Baitbits. They are designed to kill in one feeding and can beeffective in hard-to-reach areas, such as under the couch and refrigerator. Another option, d-CON NoView, No Touch traps, is designed to trap and kill mice instantly without the mess. TY Ridding your home of rodents may require setting baits and traps in hard-to-reach areas, such as under the couch, refrigerator and sink. Preparation is key before the snow begins to accumulate. By stocking up early, you can avoid the mad dash to the store for ice melt and the possibility you will be left without any. *Freezing temperatures can cause major problems with your indoor and outdoor plumbing. Drain all garden hoses and insulate exposed plumbing pipes. If you are escaping the cold by heading to warmer destinations, set your thermostat to at least 55 degrees to help prevent your pipes from freezing or potentially bursting. Protecting your home this winter can help make the remainder of the year more enjoyable, allowing you to focus on more important things, like sharing good times with family andfriends. For more information, visit www.d-conproducts.com.
