Get Roofs & Heaters Inspected Before Winter

Warm and sunny days in October makes it hard to believe that summer is really over and that soon we will be well into the winter season.  Even in California, it is wise to make preparations before temperatures drop and the rainy season is upon us.  

 

Here are some tips on how you can sail through the winter without some unexpected and and too often unpleasant surprises.

 

Roofs - Now is the time to get your roof inspected.  For a surprisingly low cost, you can have your roof inspected to see if you have any existing issues that could cause a leak during the next rain.  A few dollars spent today could save you thousands later in water damage.  

 

Heaters - An inspection of your furnace on a regular basis is important, not only for safety reasons, but also to prolong the life of your furnace.  You may be surprised to find how low the cost is to have an inspection done.  The gas company will sometimes come out and inspect free of charge.  A licensed HVAC person will also clean and evaluate your heater for you.

 

Roofers and HVAC vendors are swamped with calls as soon as the weather changes.  Heaters that haven't been turned on in months, all of a sudden don't work.  Rainy days bring leaky roofs.

 

Waiting until the "emergency" happens, may result in having to wait a few uncomfortable days before a repair person is able to show up to address your problem.

 

Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!  

 

Nancy Puder is a real estate broker at Signature Properties, a prestigious real estate firm in Arroyo Grande, CA. You may contact her at Nancy@NancyPuder.com or (805)710-2415. She always enjoys hearing from you!