Before winter finally finds its way,
the last warm rays of the sun in autumn should be used to prepare your house
and garden for the winter. Even simple external actions can be done to
winterize your property, preventing many massive, costly damages that can
occur.
Here are some tips to help winterize
the outside of your home and make it ready for a winter wonderland:
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Give your trees and shrubs a makeover.
Turning your backyard into a virtual winterized picture of perfection means
that you need to pay attention to your trees and shrubs.
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Always keep your small pond open
throughout the winter. With the colder temperatures approaching fast, it is
important to ensure your pond never freezes over, especially if there are fish
in the pond. Using an aerator pump will pump air throughout the pond to make
sure your fish live. Its main purpose might be to keep your fish alive through
air but the bubbles that it produces will ensure that the pond isn’t settled
enough to freeze.
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Make sure your patio furniture is
also taken care of for the cold months. If you have patio or any other type of
garden furniture, you will know exactly how much maintenance means to the life
of your outdoor furniture. Before the cold hits, take everything that is
washable and start cleaning as well as making sure that the sun can dry them
afterwards. If you have plastic patio furniture, you can just take a power-washer
to it. The best way to ensure your furniture lasts is to invest in patio furniture covers, as these will help keep snow and moisture off of the
materials.
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Brightening up the area with potted
plants can make a huge difference in the overall look of your patio or yard.
With a few simple steps your backyard
can be ready for the cold and ready to make it through to spring with minimal
damage. The trick is to get everything done before the cold sets in. Good luck!
