Winterize Without Whining

Winterize Without Whining

The first cold snap has a way of finding every weak spot in a house.

It finds the hose still attached to the spigot. It finds the gap under the back door. It finds the gutter full of leaves, and then it finds you, standing in the driveway in your slippers, holding a flashlight and a lot of regret.

Winterizing your home takes a weekend, and it protects you whether you are staying or selling. Watch the video above to see Amy walk through the basics, from shutting off outdoor water to sealing drafts. Buyers notice a home that is warm, dry, and cared for, and home inspectors notice the opposite.

If you are listing in Millburn, Short Hills, Summit, Chatham, or any of the nearby towns this season, a simple winter checklist can head off surprises before they show up in an inspection report. Check the furnace, clear the gutters, seal the gaps, and know where your main water shutoff is.

Not sure which projects are worth your time before you list? Reach out to the Amy Burakovsky Team. We will tell you what matters to buyers and what can wait. Do the small stuff now, and the first cold snap can find someone else to bother.

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