The harsh winter weather can become costly for seniors. However, there are preventive ways to ensure your property is well protected from the winter. The inexpensive methods are easy to implement and may save you a lot of money in the end. Therefore, before the winter season is upon you, you may do a few things to assure your readiness for the biting cold.

DIY weatherproofing

Weatherproof your windows and doors to keep the heat in and the cold out. You can purchase weatherproofing materials from your nearest home improvement store. The least expensive and simplest way to keep the draught out can be using clear plastic and tape. You can also invest in heavy curtains and drapes for your windows. Moreover, weather-stripping around your doors and windows ensures airtight sealing.

Fill up cracks

Any crack that appears anywhere in your home should be filled up. It could be on the driveway, patio and sidewalk. The cracks can become huge due to the constant freezing and thawing of the moisture. Use filling materials that are environmentally friendly since some products may kill surrounding plants and grass or eve destroy your landscape and surfaces.

Bundle up

Your heating bill can skyrocket if you have to use electronic appliances all the time to keep warm. To reduce your heating bill, you can purchase warm clothing instead. At your old age, keeping warm during the biting weather is of utmost importance. Go shopping now for fuzzy and warm clothing including jumpers, socks, gloves, slippers, sweatshirts, sweaters and blankets. Use blankets on the couch and bed if needed instead of turning on the heater. Your floor may need some warm rugs to eliminate ice cold surfaces.

Service your car

Old citizens may still need to use their cars during the winter period. To ensure efficiency, it is recommendable to service your car before winter kicks in. Use the right engine oil and check if the parts are in good condition or require replacing. Extreme cold temperatures can have a great impact on how the car performs. Besides, it may be more expensive to service your car when winter is already at your doorstep.

Properly store away gas grills

If you are done grilling, store the gas grill in the right manner. Turn it off, disconnect the gas tank and store it separately. Bleed off any trapped gas, clean the grill and cover it.