Winter can give home a real performance test. Bitter cold temperatures for a prolonged period of time and then a sudden warmer day can cause a dramatic change to your home’s environment. As a result, you may notice a few things around your home — some are just natural, nothing to be concerned about, while others should be checked out by a professional.
Not to Worry:
- Popping noises in attic
- Some condensation or frost on windows
- Exterior doors rubbing on the threshold
- Condensation on skylights
- Slight lifting of ceilings at center of home
- Some ice build up on roof eaves
- Snow covering on roof vents
- Lifting of concrete sidewalks & driveways
- Lifting of asphalt driveways
- Minor squeaks in the floor or stairs
- Hinges squeaking on doors and cabinets
- Unable to open sliding patio door
Call Dale Gruber Construction:
- Dripping skylights
- Stained ceilings near outer walls
- Doors or windows not latching properly
- Large ice dams with water dripping inside
- Air blowing through windows
- Cracks in ceiling or walls
- Smell of sewer in home
- Sags in ceilings or overhangs
- Laundry dryer not drying properly
- Furnace running more than usual
- Bath fans making a lot of noise
- Egress window well is full of snow
For more winter home maintenance tips, click here! As always, we are here to help — if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Stay warm!
