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Winter Home Prep Checklist

A printable checklist to get your house ready before the first freeze and keep it safe and warm until spring.

$7.99

10 printable pages
US Letter size, mostly white pages for home printing
Fill in by hand (printable, not fillable)
Print a fresh copy every fall
Instant digital download (PDF)

The problem

Most winter damage starts with the same few problems

Frozen pipes, ice dams, a furnace that quits on the coldest night, and drafts that drive up the heating bill cause most winter repairs. Almost all of them can be headed off with a few hours of prep in the fall. The hard part is remembering everything when the weather turns. This checklist walks you through it one area at a time, in the order that makes sense.

Who it's for

First-time homeowners heading into their first winter
Anyone who wants one list for fall prep instead of searching every year
Homeowners in places with freezing nights and snow
Families who split the fall jobs and want to see what's done

What you'll be able to do

Ready before the first freeze

Protect the pipesFind the cold spots, insulate them, and know what to do if a pipe freezes.
Keep the heat runningFurnace service, filters, chimney, and vents checked before you need them.
Stop ice dams and leaksRoof, gutters, and attic insulation looked over while it's still easy.
Cut the draftsWeatherstripping, door sweeps, and caulk around doors and windows.
Stay safe all winterSmoke and CO alarms, space heater safety, extinguishers, and an outage kit.

What's included

Everything in your download

Winter Home Prep Checklist (PDF, 10 pages): cover, Start Here (the order to work in, your home details, and who to call), outside before the freeze, roof, gutters and attic, heating and fireplace, plumbing and frozen pipes, doors, windows and drafts, safety, supplies and snow, and a weekly winter check log for December through February

How it works

One fall weekend, then a quick weekly check

Start outsideDrain the hoses and outdoor faucets, clear the gutters, and check the drainage before the first hard freeze.
Work through the houseCheck the roof and attic, get the heat ready, protect the pipes, and seal the drafts.
Check safety and stock upTest the alarms and gather snow, house, outage, and car supplies.
Keep checkingUse the winter check log for a quick look each week from December through February.

Delivery

How you get it

This is a digital download. After checkout you get your download link right away and by email. Print the PDF at home and fill it in by hand. Nothing ships.

For personal use. See the license and refund policy. This checklist is general guidance, not an inspection or professional advice. Follow manufacturer instructions for your equipment, and call a licensed pro for gas, electrical, roof, and chimney work.

Questions

Frequently asked

When should I use it?

In the fall, ideally before nights drop below freezing. Plan on one weekend, and you don't have to finish it all in one day.

Can I fill it in on my computer?

No. It is a printable PDF made to fill in by hand. Print a fresh copy every fall.

Does it work for a mobile home?

It covers any house, but the Mobile Home Winterizing Checklist starts underneath with the water lines, heat tape, belly wrap, and skirting.

What size are the pages?

US Letter (8.5 x 11 in), with mostly white pages so they print well at home.

How do I get the files?

Right after checkout you get a download link on screen and by email.

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