Practical Ways to Winter-Proof Your Home

Winter-proofing your home does not have to be complicated or expensive. There are a few simple steps you can take that can make a big difference in keeping your home warm and energy-efficient. Replacing furnace filters, sealing drafty windows and doors, and letting sunlight in during the day are a few ways to stay cozy while protecting your home from winter's chilly temps. Get your home winter-ready with these practical tips. Plus, check out some of Bucks County's local resources to help you along the way.

WINTER-PROOFING TIPS

Seal drafts: Add weather-stripping around windows and doors to keep the cold air out.
Check your heating systems: Replace furnace filters and schedule a maintenance visit if needed.
Let the sunlight in: Open curtains during the day and close them at night for extra warmth.
Test detectors: Make sure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are working properly.
Prep outdoor areas: Disconnect hoses, shut off water lines and put away outdoor cushions and pillows.
Clean gutters: Clean debris out of the gutters so melting snow can drain properly and prevent ice dams.

#LOVELOCAL RESOURCES & HAPPENING LIST WINNERS

Hughes Heating & Air Conditioning

2025 Happening List Winner | Heating & Cooling

1907 Pennsylvania Ave, Croydon, PA
(267) 930-5329

Hughes Heating & Air Conditioning is family-owned, community oriented and dedicated to quality. They offer a comprehensive range of HVAC services to make sure friends and neighbors in and around Bensalem, Croydon and the surrounding communities stay comfortable all year round. The team's expertise includes heating and air conditioning installations, repairs and maintenance.

My Express Oil

2025 Happening List Winner | Heating Fuel

1115 W Gillam Ave, Langhorne, PA
(215) 638-1552

My Express Oil is your on-demand heating oil supplier, serving lower Bucks County and the surrounding areas. Their Energy Express heating oil delivery keeps your home warm and your tank full with flexible heating oil delivery options. When the unexpected happenings, their 24/7 Emergency Service ensures that you're never left without heat, even during the coldest nights.