It’s that time of the year when the world tunes in to watch the best athletes compete for gold medals. Television captures the events, the celebrations, and the teamwork. What is not shown is the hard work the athletes put in before they win the gold. Their success requires consistent maintenance. The same applies to homeownership.
While athletes compete for gold every four years, Colorado homes face four seasonal events that build toward one yearly championship: Winter.
Each season is its own competition. Spring is the clean-up with the goal of clearing the Winter damage. Summer is all about sustaining the temperature and protecting the safety of the home by testing your air conditioning and plumbing. Fall is preparation, sealing drafts, and readying for winter. Winter is the main event, where snow, ice, and freezing temperatures push every system to perform. By keeping up with their home during each seasonal challenge, homeowners can achieve gold medal status.
A Winning Home Maintenance Schedule
Every home requires year-round attention to be ready for Colorado’s toughest event. Here is what homeowners should do to train their homes like Olympic athletes.
Annually
- Replace batteries in carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and thermostats
- Schedule professional HVAC maintenance
- Disconnect hoses from outdoor faucets before the first freeze to prevent burst pipes
Seasonally
- Clear vents, gutters, and outside screens
- Monitor snow obstructions and clear any buildup near ventilation airways
- Ensure outdoor faucets are secure and not leaking
- Seal drafts around windows and doors to reduce cold airflow
Monthly
- Check batteries in carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and thermostats
- Confirm boiler pressure
- Remove obstructions and debris away from HVAC equipment
- Replace HVAC filters for better air quality and efficiency
Homeownership is not very different from Olympic training. It takes a committed mindset to build a champion, Olympic athlete or Colorado home. With the right amount of care and maintenance, any Colorado homeowner can go for the gold.
Reach out to our team today to schedule heating maintenance or to discuss seasonal changes you can make in your home.
