Homes can be hard to maintain regardless of the season. All year round they need constant dusting and cleaning to stop the build-up of, well, dust, dirt and grime. Winter is the worst by far because of the drop in temperature. The cold weather outside magnifies some issues tenfold and can impact your lifestyle.
The damage to your property can be expensive as well as dangerous, which is why it’s important to nip things in the bud. To do that, let’s focus on the issues that get worse in the winter.
The damage to your property can be expensive as well as dangerous, which is why it’s important to nip things in the bud. To do that, let’s focus on the issues that get worse in the winter.
Household Problems That Get Worse In Winter (And How To Solve Them)
Frozen Pipes
When the mercury drops, parts of your house most at risk are the ones which are unseen. Pipes on the exterior of the house are prime suspects because they are outside and made of metal. As a result, the water in them freezes and starts to expand. Under the weight of the pressure, the piping begins to break down and it can burst, causing the ceiling to collapse. Regardless of whether you’re at home, it’s important to leave the your heating on at a low heat and keep your faucet on a slow drip to stop the water from turning to ice. Other than that, you can box them in or cover them with tin foil to reflect warmth.
When the mercury drops, parts of your house most at risk are the ones which are unseen. Pipes on the exterior of the house are prime suspects because they are outside and made of metal. As a result, the water in them freezes and starts to expand. Under the weight of the pressure, the piping begins to break down and it can burst, causing the ceiling to collapse. Regardless of whether you’re at home, it’s important to leave the your heating on at a low heat and keep your faucet on a slow drip to stop the water from turning to ice. Other than that, you can box them in or cover them with tin foil to reflect warmth.
Leaky Roof
Unless it’s a big hole, it’s tough to notice in the gaps in the slates or tile of your roofing. Or, the underlay might have worn away and left an opening. It doesn’t matter because the rain and moisture will find a way in once it has a cavity to exploit. Fall is especially bad as the amount of rainfall is high, yet winter is terrible too thanks to the build-up of snow and ice. As they melt, the H2O runs down from the roof and into the house, causing water damage. The obvious solution is to fix it, but you should spray the roof (hose) first to locate the hole(s).
Unless it’s a big hole, it’s tough to notice in the gaps in the slates or tile of your roofing. Or, the underlay might have worn away and left an opening. It doesn’t matter because the rain and moisture will find a way in once it has a cavity to exploit. Fall is especially bad as the amount of rainfall is high, yet winter is terrible too thanks to the build-up of snow and ice. As they melt, the H2O runs down from the roof and into the house, causing water damage. The obvious solution is to fix it, but you should spray the roof (hose) first to locate the hole(s).
Mold
The dangerous black and green stuff which grows on your walls is prevalent in winter due to the climate. Outside, the weather is icy yet the inside of your home is toasty warm. Homeowners like to trap as much warmth as possible to prevent the feeling of cold in the winter. Because of the mix of cold and warm air, condensation grows and the bacteria thrive. Once it sets in, the only option is mold removal. To eliminate it completely, you need a professional.
The dangerous black and green stuff which grows on your walls is prevalent in winter due to the climate. Outside, the weather is icy yet the inside of your home is toasty warm. Homeowners like to trap as much warmth as possible to prevent the feeling of cold in the winter. Because of the mix of cold and warm air, condensation grows and the bacteria thrive. Once it sets in, the only option is mold removal. To eliminate it completely, you need a professional.
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Faulty Boiler
Your boiler works double time during the winter to regulate the temperature. Every time it cranks up the heat, it takes a little bit out of the machine. As a result, household furnaces will start to break down if they are used too much. To help, a smart thermostat is a great idea as it sets a temp and keeps the heat ticking over. This is better than turning it up full blast when you feel cold. |
If you are proactive, you can stop these cold weather household issues from ruining your winter time.
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