The Perfect Winter Preparedness Checklist

November is here, and you know what that means—the days are getting shorter, colder, and for some of us, a little snowier. It’s time to get winter-ready! We’ve put together a checklist to help you out.

Winter-Proof Your Home

• Insulate exterior faucets and water lines
• This might include your sprinkler system or air conditioner!
• Clean out your gutters
• Repair any roof leaks
• Have your heating system professionally checked
• Install any necessary insulation or weather stripping
• Prep your storm windows
• Clean out your chimney and fireplace
• Double check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Cover any patio furniture

Winter-Proof Your Car

• Bring your car in for a winter maintenance check
• Keep your gas tank as full as possible to avoid icing
• Use no-freeze windshield cleaning fluid
• Create an emergency kit to keep in your trunk, including:
• First-aid kit
• Blankets
• Set of dry, warm clothes
• Flashlight
• Canned food and water
• Extra batteries or a phone charger
• Grit or kitty litter
• A small shovel

Layer up!

Now’s the perfect time to get yourself a durable,
warm winter coat—but that’s only half the battle.
Make sure that when you go out into the world, you layer your clothing for optimal warmth!

• Innermost layer: wool, insulating fabric
• Outermost layer: waterproof and wind-resistant

Check out some more tips and tricks on surviving the winter wonderland!