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Winterizing Your Home

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Winterizing your home can save you money on heating and repair bills!
 
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Windows can let in a lot of cold air, so getting an insulating cover over them is always a good idea. This one allows you to easily remove the cover if you want to let some light in during the day. #ad
Aprllolg Winter Insulated Window Cover
 
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A frozen water pipe can cost far more than having an insulated cover. Spend a few dollars in prevention, rather than a lot of dollars to repair! #ad
Backflow Insulated Cover
 
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Sealing around your doors can help keep those cold breezes out and keep the heat inside. Weather Stripping is easy to put on your door or you can also use it on the bottom of a window if it doesn't seal well. #ad
PackYard 33Ft Weather Stripping Door Seal Strip
 
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These foam tubes are designed to fit pipes and add a bit of insulation to help keep them from freezing! Frozen pipes can be costly to fix! #ad
EaseThrift 1/2 '' ID Pipe Insulation Foam Tube Heat Tape for Water Pipes
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Air blowing in under your door can raise your heating bill and make it much harder to keep your house warm. Easy to stop that air with a door sweep. Winterizing your home may take a little time and money at the beginning, but will save you in the lon...
Vellure® Door Draft Stopper for Bottom of Door - Premium Door Sweep for Bottom of Door/Weather Stripping Door Seal (Save Energy – installs Quickly and Easily) Door Strip Ideal for
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Outdoor faucets can freeze and cause a whole lot of mess, so something as simple as this insulated outdoor faucet bag can save you money in the long run! #ad
Hedoc Pro Outdoor Faucet Covers for Winter Freeze Protection, 2 Pack 6'' W x 8.2'' H Winter Faucet Insulation Cover Socks, Hose Bib Covers for Winter (Faucet Cover 2 Pack)
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I have metal doors and they are cold, they also let some air in, so these magnetic door covers are awesome. We use to hang a blanket over the door, but this is so much easier. #ad
MAGZO Magnetic Thermal Insulated Door Curtain, Fits 32'' x 80'' Door(Curtain Size 34'' x 82''), 5 Layers Oxford&Cotton Cover Blanket Insulation for Winter/Doorway/Attic Doors, Keep Cold Air Out, Grey
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Having an insulated cover on your water heater can help save energy. If your water heater is in the garage or basement, this cover can really help since those are both places that may not be heated like your house is. #ad
AES Industries Water Heater Blanket Jacket Insulation Non Fiberglass Fits 40 50 60 and 80 Gallon Tank R8
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In the winter you have your house closed up, heaters running, maybe you have a fireplace or wood burner so having a Carbon Monoxide Detector is a must have to keep your family safe! This will also alarm you of a natural gas leak. #ad
Kidde Carbon Monoxide Detector, Propane, Natural, Methane, & Explosive Gas Alarm, Plug-in Wall with 9-Volt Battery Backup, Digital LED Display
 
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Smoke alarms should be in every house or garage. They cost very little considering they can save your life and the life of your family! Get them installed and be sure to check the batteries at least every 6 months.  (ad)
First Alert Battery Smoke Alarm | SMI100
 
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Windows are notorious for letting your paid-for heat escape into the freezing air outside. Putting up a heavy-duty shrink film essentially creates an extra barrier of dead air that stops drafts in their tracks, making your living room instantly cozie... (ad)
Duck MAX Strength Window Insulation Kit, Winter Window Seal Kit Fits up to 10 Windows, Heavy Duty Shrink Film Cuts to Size for Easy Indoor Installation, Window Tape Included,62 In. x 420 In., Clear
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Cold winter air loves to sneak through that tiny gap under your exterior doors, turning entryways into freezing wind tunnels. A sturdy, adjustable draft blocker seals that gap perfectly, ensuring the warmth stays trapped inside your home while blocki... (ad)
MAXTID Large Door Draft Stopper for Bottom of Doors 36” Under Door Sweep Noise Blocker Black Gap Stoppers Adjustable Doors Seal Sweep Guard Draft, Window Breeze Stoppers, Home Essentials Gadgets
 
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Leaving an outdoor spigot exposed to sub-zero temperatures is a recipe for a burst pipe, which leads to massive, expensive water damage inside your walls. These thick insulated foam covers trap the warmth escaping from inside your house right around ... (ad)
Frost King FC1 Outdoor Foam Faucet Cover, Oval
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Constantly adjusting your thermostat manually is inefficient, and heating an empty house is just throwing money away. A smart thermostat learns your daily rhythms and automatically dials down the heat when you're asleep or out of the house, slicing y... (ad)
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) + Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) - Silver
 
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When snow melts from your upper roof and refreezes as it reaches the cold gutters, it creates a thick ridge of ice known as an ice dam. This dam blocks water from draining, forcing it backward under your shingles and causing massive interior ceiling ... (ad)
EasyHeat ADKS De-icing kit
 
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Massive accumulations of heavy, wet snow after a blizzard can place an incredible amount of structural stress on your roof frames. A long telescoping snow rake lets you easily peel off the deepest snowpacks while keeping your boots planted entirely s... (ad)
True Temper 17 ft. Telescoping Snow Roof Rake
 
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Shoveling heavy, wet snow with a standard straight shovel is one of the quickest ways to throw out your back during winter. An ergonomically curved handle completely shifts your body mechanics, letting you push and lift snow while standing much more ... (ad)
TRUE TEMPER 1603400 Poly Snow Shovel/Pusher with Ergonomic D-Grip Steel Handle, 54-Inch
 
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Traditional rock salt and chemical de-icers can be brutal on your dog's sensitive paws, often causing chemical burns, cracking, or severe irritation. Even worse, pets tend to lick their paws after walks, leading to potential accidental poisoning. A p... (ad)
Natural Rapport Pet-Friendly Ice Melt, Calcium Chloride Free Deicer
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When a severe winter freeze or ice storm knocks out power grids and cell towers, your smartphone stops being a reliable lifeline. A dedicated emergency radio keeps you connected directly to National Weather Service broadcasts 24/7. Because it can be ... (ad)
Midland - ER310PRO, Portable Emergency Bluetooth Weather AM/FM Radio | 10,000 mAh Power Bank
 
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If you have drafty window frames or old door seams but don't want an ugly, noticeable fix clashing with your decor, clear weather sealing tape is your best friend. It goes on completely transparently and creates an airtight seal that cuts down your h... (ad)
XFasten Transparent Window Weather Sealing Tape, 2-Inch x 30 Yards (50.8mm x 27.43m), Clear Window Draft Isolation Sealing Film Tape, No Residue
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When winter temperatures hit rock bottom, the water inside your exposed pipes can easily freeze, expand, and crack your plumbing lines. These thick, pre-slit closed-cell foam tubes slip over your copper or PEX lines in seconds. They act exactly like ... (ad)
Duck Brand Foam Pipe Covers, 0.75 in x 1 Ft, 6 Sticks Per Pack, Black |
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A hidden leak in a dark crawlspace or a frozen pipe behind a basement wall can quietly cause thousands of dollars in structural damage before you even notice a puddle. This smart puck sensor monitors environmental shifts 24/7, instantly sending a pus... (ad)
Deal: GoveeLife Upgraded Smart Water Leak Detector 1s with High Alarm, 3 Pack
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Wrapping an outdoor air conditioner completely in an airtight plastic tarp is a major mistake, as it traps moisture inside and creates a dark, damp environment prone to rust, mold, and nesting rodents. A heavy-duty mesh top cover strikes the perfect ... (ad)
26x26 Central Air conditioner Covers for Outside, Larger Mesh AC Unit Covers Outdoor - Top Universal Defender
 
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You paid a lot for your generator and you want it clean and ready to work when you need it, so here is the generator cover I use. 
I even have a video showing it to you.
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Watch Vevor Generator Cover on my Predator 13000W on Amazon Live
 
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When sub-zero temperatures gridlock the city and a massive ice storm snaps local power lines, your home can lose heat fast, putting your family at risk and threatening to freeze your plumbing. This absolute beast of a generator delivers up to 13,000 ... (ad)
13000 Watt Tri-Fuel Portable Generator with Remote Start ...
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