Winterize your home
Everything the checklist calls for, in step order. Skip what you already own. Budget $80–250.
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- Step 11 of 9Gutter cleaning scoop + glovesCheck price on Amazon: Gutter cleaning scoop + gloves (opens in a new tab)
A narrow plastic scoop that fits a 5-inch gutter and won't scratch it.
- Step 22 of 9Insulated outdoor faucet coverCheck price on Amazon: Insulated outdoor faucet cover (opens in a new tab)
A foam dome that keeps the hose bib above freezing on cold nights.
- Step 33 of 9Exterior silicone caulk + gunCheck price on Amazon: Exterior silicone caulk + gun (opens in a new tab)
Paintable outdoor silicone that stays flexible below freezing.
- Step 44 of 9Heavy-duty grill coverCheck price on Amazon: Heavy-duty grill cover (opens in a new tab)
Waterproof cover with vents so moisture doesn't rust the grates.
- Step 65 of 9Door sweep + foam weatherstrip kitCheck price on Amazon: Door sweep + foam weatherstrip kit (opens in a new tab)
Foam tape and a door sweep. Cuts the draft you can feel at the threshold.
- Step 86 of 9Wool-blend area rugCheck price on Amazon: Wool-blend area rug (opens in a new tab)
Warm underfoot on hardwood and tile. Wool blends shed less than pure wool.
- Step 97 of 9Furnace filters, 3-packCheck price on Amazon: Furnace filters, 3-pack (opens in a new tab)
Catches dust and pollen without choking airflow. Change one every 90 days.
- Step 118 of 9Foam pipe insulation, 6-packCheck price on Amazon: Foam pipe insulation, 6-pack (opens in a new tab)
Pre-slit foam sleeves for 1/2 and 3/4-inch pipes. No tools needed.
- Step 129 of 9Programmable thermostatCheck price on Amazon: Programmable thermostat (opens in a new tab)
Drops the heat while you sleep and brings it back before the alarm.