Even as winter comes to a close, it’s only a matter of time before the coldest season comes around again. Fortunately, we live in Massapequa and Oyster Bay rather than the mythical land of Westeros, so knowing that “winter is coming” doesn’t need to cause despair. And unlike Game of Thrones, our winter shouldn’t last five years and involve any scary creatures.
However, it is coming nonetheless, and it’s important to be prepared. No need for any swords, though. Just a bit of power washing!
Whether you like the cold months and enjoy the Christmas festivities, or you’re a Grinch that can’t wait for summer so you can get by the pool with a Long Island Ice Tea, there is no escape from it.
And it’s not just you that needs to be prepared. It’s important that your house is prepared, too. Winter can do serious damage to a home if you don’t keep things maintained.
Here’s our ultimate pre-winter checklist for getting your home’s exterior ready for the cold months (and the white walkers)!
Inspect Your Roof
Your roof is the one thing that stands between rain, sleet and snow, and your home. But how often do you check it?
Before winter hits, it’s really important to check that you don’t have any missing tiles and that there aren’t any gaps in your roofing that moisture (and cold) could get through.
It’s also important to make sure your roof is clear from moss, mold and mildew. All these things may seem harmless but, over time, they can damage and erode your tiling and sealant.
Fortunately, this is nothing that a bit of power washing can’t fix. Here at Majestic Window & Exterior Cleaning, we provide first-rate power washing services in Massapequa, Oyster Bay and the surrounding areas.
Treat Your Wood
Now your roof is sorted, it’s time to look at your wood. If you’ve got any cladding or trim on the exterior of your home, or even some decking in the garden, you need to make sure it is ready for the elements.
Before winter hits, try and find the time to protect your decking with some weatherproof paint. You should also go around your property and ensure any wood trim or cladding is properly sealed and stained. Nobody needs rotting window frames!
It’s also worth remembering that mold and mildew on your decking can result in slips and falls in cold weather. This is another thing that can be solved through some power washing.
Fill Those Gaps
The cost of heating our homes is more expensive than ever before, so it’s more important than ever before to ensure you aren’t losing any heat needlessly!
Check your doors and windows and ensure there are no gaps that cool air could get in through, and warm air could escape through. Seal them up and keep your house warm this winter.
Check Your Drainage
This is a quick, yet important, one. Check your drainage points!
Make sure there are no leaves blocking up your gutters, and that there aren’t any areas where water is building up.
Frozen water can crack your guttering and potentially damage the foundations of your home.
Clean The Gutters
We know, it’s a nightmare of a job, but it’s essential your gutters are cleaned before winter hits.
Throughout the course of the year, leaves and other debris will inevitably build up in your gutters. Now a few leaves here and there won’t do much harm. However, over time, this can turn into a blockage that will cause serious problems.
Blocked downspouts mean that water won’t drain away properly. Instead, it will freeze, and potentially damage your pipes.
This is an expensive problem to fix, but can be prevented with very little outlay.
One of the many power washing services we provide is gutter clearances. Don’t fancy doing it yourself? Worry not. Just give us a call!
Cover Your Furniture
This one is simple, yet effective.
That nice new patio set you bought this summer won’t fare very well when the snow and ice hits. Nor will your gas barbeque.
You could risk it, and buy another one next year, or you could save yourself time, money and effort by bringing them inside or covering them up.
Clear Your Driveway
We’ve already touched on this, when talking about the importance of cleaning decking.
All year round, mold, mildew and moss will grow on your driveway. When this stuff ices over, it can be extremely slippery and dangerous underfoot.
We all know the potential outcome of falling on ice – bruises, broken bones and potentially worse for your more vulnerable family, friends and neighbors.
Before the cold arrives, give your driveway a good power washing to clear it of any moss or mold. Alternatively, give us a call! We’ll come and power wash your Massapequa or Oyster Bay home so it is not only clean, but safe.
Sweep Your Chimney
Open fires and log burners are great, but they require a clean, freshly swept chimney.
Otherwise, you risk a chimney fire or excessive amount of carbon monoxide creeping into your home. This could genuinely put your life at risk.
Get your chimney swept before winter hits – we promise you won’t regret it!
Get In Touch With Our Professional Power Washers
So you live in or around Massapequa or Oyster Bay and need some help getting your home winter ready? Don’t bother searching for ‘pressure washing near me’ on Google, just give us a call! We offer pressure washing services in and around the local area at competitive prices. Call us today at 631-421-2295 – we look forward to hearing from you!