The start of winter always brings a new set of problems for your home. To make sure that your house is not dilapidated by the end of the year, and that you still have an abode left in the spring, here are some of the most common problems that you might encounter during the colder months, and what to do about them.
· Roof Issues
Roof issues can leave your home vulnerable to water damage and drafts. Not only can these problems leave you shivering and damp, but they can also increase your energy consumption and leave you out of pocket. Roofing issues are more common in winter due to the extreme weather conditions that are likely to occur, such as storms, strong winds, and snow.
To combat these, you should have an excellent roof repairs professional on the case. They will be able to find and isolate the problem with your roof and fix it in almost no time at all. This will allow you to have a cozy and stress-free winter.
· Frozen Pipes
The frost and ice can not only leave you wanting to snuggle up inside, but these weather elements can also destroy your property if you are not careful. Frozen piping can quickly leave your pipes with permanent damage, especially as ice can expand in your pipes and lead them to burst, leading to water damage.
Guttering can also freeze, leaving you unable to remove waste and overflow water, and leading them to be stuck filled with leaves and other debris all winter long. This can mean that bad odors start to spread around your home’s exterior. One of the simplest ways that you can avoid frozen pipes is to run your central heating regularly. In terms of your guttering, you should remove any debris and blockages before the first frost hits.
· Rodents
Everyone wants somewhere warm to wait out the winter, and this includes mice and rats. Even animal lovers should be wary of these tiny creatures sharing their homes. Rodent droppings can spread illness and disease, and they may create bad aromas in your house. Not only this, but these rodents can quickly breed and lead to a larger infestation, and can also chew through wires to create a fire hazard. You should look at poison and humane trap options, as well as consider calling out an exterminator if the problem persists and begins to have a negative impact on your health.
· Damp and Mold
Damp and mold can be common issues no matter the time of year; however, mold can breed more quickly during the winter months, when damp conditions are likely to be more frequent, and condensation can build up on windows. To prevent this, you should ventilate your home, especially after showers, and dry your laundry in a dryer or outside of the building. You might also look at creating your own mold solutions to remove the beginnings of mold growth, or look at over-the-counter sprays.