Here is information on the distribution of our upcoming newsletter, and winter home maintenance tips. Hope you enjoy! -Andriana Bicanin.
The New Century IDA Reporter is a quarterly newsletter and paper version of this amazing blog; it is currently in the works for a winter 2010 production. We are embracing all forms of communicating to our wonderful participants, alumni, sponsors, and community. This newsletter is for those old fashioned folks such as myself who prefer paper news. Only this past year have I personally embraced the use of the internet for news sources and information I would otherwise have sought out in paper form. But alas, it is the 21st century and a new decade in the 21st century, and these forums are an easier way to share information. This blog and our upcoming newsletter are in a way conjoined. Both will have seasonal maintenance tips. Both will have interviews. Both will have the same awesome writers, bloggers, and inspiring messages. The difference is the content length. Whereas the blog can be as long and drawn out as the blogger wishes, the newsletter will have an introduction for blog articles, far shorter articles, and will be more on the statistical side. We realize that not everyone has the internet, so the newsletter is a relevant and informed news source that merely has shorter articles and is accessible to those without the internet. If you would like to be put on the mailing list for our newsletter shoot me an email at: vista.newcenturyida@gmail.com
The New Century IDA Reporter is a quarterly newsletter and paper version of this amazing blog; it is currently in the works for a winter 2010 production. We are embracing all forms of communicating to our wonderful participants, alumni, sponsors, and community. This newsletter is for those old fashioned folks such as myself who prefer paper news. Only this past year have I personally embraced the use of the internet for news sources and information I would otherwise have sought out in paper form. But alas, it is the 21st century and a new decade in the 21st century, and these forums are an easier way to share information. This blog and our upcoming newsletter are in a way conjoined. Both will have seasonal maintenance tips. Both will have interviews. Both will have the same awesome writers, bloggers, and inspiring messages. The difference is the content length. Whereas the blog can be as long and drawn out as the blogger wishes, the newsletter will have an introduction for blog articles, far shorter articles, and will be more on the statistical side. We realize that not everyone has the internet, so the newsletter is a relevant and informed news source that merely has shorter articles and is accessible to those without the internet. If you would like to be put on the mailing list for our newsletter shoot me an email at: vista.newcenturyida@gmail.com
Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips: Winter
The following is the continuation of the “Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips” article in the first issue of the New Century IDA Reporter. Maintaining your home and readying it for the upcoming season is important so you can avoid costly repairs down the road. If you keep up with the maintenance of your home and get it ready for the upcoming season you are eliminating one more worry. If you take care of your home with each coming season you can save yourself the high cost of repairs down the road, due to mother nature. Plan for tomorrow by acting today! I found the following home maintenance tips while perusing the internet and compiled what I thought were the best. At the end of this blog you can find websites I found the tips at, in addition to webpages I think are relevant for home repair and maintenance.
Tip #1 - If you have outdoor furniture clean all parts of the furniture, including the cushions, prior to putting it up for the winter. If you cover your furniture, allow for airflow so you don’t get any mold or mildew.
Tip #2 - Check your home around windows and doors for air leaks. An easy way to check for leaks is to move a lighter around the window or door frame and see if the flame moves with a breeze. If you find a leak, you can caulk it or you may have to replace the wood frame.
Tip #2 - Check your home around windows and doors for air leaks. An easy way to check for leaks is to move a lighter around the window or door frame and see if the flame moves with a breeze. If you find a leak, you can caulk it or you may have to replace the wood frame.
*If you are unable to repair the leak around a window frame, you can buy a plastic sealing kit from any home improvement store that can be placed on the outside of the window to prevent air from getting in.
*For door leaks around the bottom of the door, you can put on a new door sweep. By having these leaks repaired can save you money on your energy bill during the cold months.
*While checking your insulation in the basement and attic, if you see any dark, dirty spots, it may indicate you have air leaks coming into your home. You will need to try and locate these leaks and repair them.
Tip #3 - You will need to drain the gas out of your gasoline powered equipment during the winter. If you are unable to drain the gas, there are products available in home improvement stores to put into your gasoline for the winter months.
Tip #4 - If you have a gas powered generator you keep on hand for possible power outages, make sure you have containers of gas for the generator. Keep the gasoline stored in a garage or outside storage unit. Also test your generator to make sure it is working properly.
Tip #4 - If you have a gas powered generator you keep on hand for possible power outages, make sure you have containers of gas for the generator. Keep the gasoline stored in a garage or outside storage unit. Also test your generator to make sure it is working properly.
Tip # 5 – Make sure you have a shovel or snow blower. If you already have one make sure it is in good working condition. If you do not currently have one right now is the best time to buy one as the stores may get sold out if a heavy snow or snowstorm occurs. Also get salt for your sidewalks. If you get it now you avoid getting overcharged and waiting periods that come with everyone else rushing out to buy these items.
Tip #6 – Have your heating unit checked to make sure it is working properly.
Tip #7 – Clean debris out of your gutters; this reduces the chance of ice dams forming.
For more home maintenance tips go to these websites:
If you have any questions, comments, or your own tips for home maintenance, feel free to utilize the comments box below! Until next time, Andriana
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