Whether you own a cozy home or oversee a commercial property, getting ahead of winter can spare you from costly repairs and stressful situations before the first snowfall. Proper winterizing safeguards your property, ensures safety, and helps maintain its value throughout the cold months.
To simplify the process, we’ve created a comprehensive winterizing checklist for you to follow!
Winterizing Checklist
Inspect the Property
It’s crucial to thoroughly inspect and prepare your property for the challenges of snow and ice. Start by identifying areas that may become safety hazards, such as uneven walkways, sloped driveways, low-hanging branches, and spots where ice is likely to accumulate. Addressing these risks now can prevent accidents and costly damage later. It’s also important to designate a location on your property where snow can be safely and effectively stored during plowing or shoveling.
Double-Check Your Snow Removal Equipment and De-Icing Materials
Before the cold hits, inspect your snow removal tools—snowblowers, shovels, and ice scrapers—to confirm they’re in good working order. Replenish your supply of salt, sand, or other de-icing agents to keep sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots safe and navigable. For large properties, it’s wise to arrange reliable snow removal services, like those offered by di Stefano Landscaping, well in advance to guarantee prompt and efficient snow clearance all season long.
Prepare your landscape
Get your landscaping ready by pruning trees and shrubs to minimize the risk of branches breaking under heavy snow or ice. Apply mulch around plant beds to insulate roots from freezing temperatures. Additionally, drain and store garden hoses, and shut off exterior water faucets to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting.
Need Help?
We understand that there’s a lot to tackle before the cold weather sets in, and you don’t have to face it alone. At di Stefano Landscaping, we specialize in both residential and commercial snow maintenance, providing reliable and professional services to help you navigate Vermont’s harsh winters safely and securely.
Let us take the stress out of winter weather management so you can enjoy peace of mind all season long. Reach out to us today and prepare for a safe and worry-free winter!
