Archive for August, 2010

Yes, Virginia, it’s cold in Florida!

Before I moved to the Tampa Bay, I had no idea that time is no longer released to a point where I was born and raised in the cold snow, icy north, the door never expire so much like a sweater Florida . I saw people passing in their coats and scarves and I was surprised. There was no snow! How could they be so cold?

I learned quickly that the temperatures in Florida will result in body heat in cooler weather (and vice versa, which conducts heat to the body in hot weather). Interestingly, it was reported that 53 F is the magic number where the humidity will make the temperature is obviously colder or warmer than the temperature is above or below this number.

So, now that the days are starting to actually be quite cool and very wet from the rain winter, and I can at temperatures near freezing point in Zephyr Hills, Tarpon Springs, Palm Harbor and so on, it’s time to weatherproof my home – a metaphorical sweater, if you will, for my property!

From the inside, the first thing to do to inspect rooms for cracks and leaks. Fill cracks or open areas (such as your dryer) with a suitable sealant such as caulk or foam. Check all leaks. If you experience a leak, fix it immediately. If necessary, seek professional help. Then look for pipes exposed, and isolate them. Frozen pipes are not usually a problem for the residents of the Florida Gulf that temperatures should be around 20 ° F for water to freeze water in a pipe and threaten serious . Nevertheless, we all pay the heating and cooling bills year and a well-insulated pipe will do wonders for your electricity bill.

One aspect of the often “leak My house will be overlooked” High Loft <> Insulation / strong>. What’s the weather your pipes, a well-insulated attic reduce an energy bill heavy. Many energy companies offer free inspections of insulation in your home. There are also government programs that help you, the insulation is in your house there: You will pay a portion and most of the costs being covered by the program. Contact your local energy supplier today and make “an inspection of the insulation.
In addition to inspecting your plumbing system
, the exposed pipes, roof and wall cracks, the winter is a good time for your” oven Fireplace / strong> from a professional. A well maintained, to achieve results efficiently and securely. Following the call before starting your fireplace this season, inspect the door to certify that it opens and closes properly. A beautiful wood-fire is difficult to judge whether your house is full of smoke! In this sense, to ensure that the smoke alarm has new batteries. It is a good idea to change the batteries twice a year and regularly test your smoke detectors.

With your home against weather, while indoors and outside, it is now time to settle down and enjoy the comfort of your own home. Sit down, take a cup of hot cider and relax by the fire.