{"id":215,"date":"2017-01-17T19:40:00","date_gmt":"2017-01-17T19:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/afinc.net\/blog\/?p=215"},"modified":"2017-02-17T19:42:36","modified_gmt":"2017-02-17T19:42:36","slug":"tips-for-preparing-for-winter-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.afinc.net\/blog\/tips-for-preparing-for-winter-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Preparing for Winter Weather"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you hear about Denver, CO, one might think of snowfall; the arid conditions actually bring only 8 to 15 inches of annual precipitation, which it gives residents over 300 days of sunshine a year. The average temperature is 45 degree Fahrenheit and the mountains remain snowcapped throughout winter. Because it is sunny so much in Denver the snow spells rarely last more than two day, which can create water damage from the melting snow.<\/p>\n<p>Winter in Denver, CO can be a fun time for skiing and snowboarding, but it can be hard on one\u2019s home. That\u2019s why there are special precautions that should be taken to prepare one\u2019s home for winter weather. The first thing that can be done is to make sure your heating system is working properly and if it is in need of a tune up. Another easy tip is to switch your ceiling fan in reverse. That may seem silly, but it can help when you turn on your heat because it will produce an updraft and push down the heat. Next, check your roof for missing or broken shingles because the melting snow can get heavy and may leak during a winter storm. This is why having homeowners insurance that covers roof leaks in the Denver, CO area is so important. You can also caulk in the window frames and door frames and gaps between the sidings. Silicon\u2019s caulk is best for harsh exteriors because it won\u2019t shrink and is impervious to the winter elements. Cleaning your gutters that are full of detritus can back up water which can then damage the roofing, siding, and even wood trim. That can even cause leaks and ice dams. These are just a few tips to deal with the winter weather in Denver, CO.<\/p>\n<p>You can also caulk in the window frames and door frames and gaps between the sidings. Silicon\u2019s caulk is best for harsh exteriors because it won\u2019t shrink and is impervious to the winter elements. Cleaning your gutters that are full of detritus can back up water which can then damage the roofing, siding, and even wood trim. That can even cause leaks and ice dams. 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