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It’s that time of year when snow is back in the National forecasts. It’s only a matter of time until the snow reaches our area of Pennsylvania. Don’t wait for the first snowflake to fall before you think about what needs to be done on your property before and after the snow hits. Keep reading to find out what to do before the snow arrives.

  1. Trim your trees and bushes
    There are far more critical reasons to trim trees and bushes than aesthetics alone. Branches can fall from a bad snowstorm and wind, damaging your home and property. Please don’t wait for something terrible to happen, and stay on top of it by keeping your trees and bushes trimmed. Now is the best time to do it as they are going into dormancy to look full and healthy in the Spring.
  2. Take care of your outdoor plants
    Do you have potted plants around the outside of your home? It’s essential to see if they can withstand the winter conditions. If they aren’t hardy for winter, you may want to bring them inside. Just make sure to treat them for pests first. Also, if you planted in terracotta or ceramic pots, you may want to bring those indoors as the expanding and contracting from temperature changes may cause them to crack.
  3. Clean your gutters
    Wet leaves can cause a lot of weight to be put on your gutters and can cause severe damage. Not to mention adding the weight of snow on top of those leaves, you may have a Spring repair project if you don’t take care of it. Cleaning your gutters can also prevent ice dams, which not only can cause damage to your home but can hurt someone who may happen to be walking underneath it. Pests are another reason to clean those gutters before the snow sets in, as they tend to find a winter retreat within those leaves.
  4. Winterize your sprinkler system
    Winterizing your sprinkler system is essential because water left in your sprinkler system can cause your pipes, sprinkler heads, and manifolds to crack and burst, resulting in costly repairs and replacements. When water freezes inside your sprinkler pipes, it expands, causing pipes to crack or burst, leading to extensive damage and expensive repairs.
  5. Establish a snow-removal plan
    Don’t wait for the first snowflake to fall. Plan how you will remove the snow from your driveway and sidewalks. Are you going to shovel it yourself or hire a pro?

    Don’t have time to get ready for the snow yourself? No sweat — literally. Call our team today to help you prepare your property and home for winter and snow. We’ll keep your property safe throughout the cold months. Need help cleaning your gutters, trimming trees and bushes, or winterizing your sprinkler system? Looking for snow removal and salting services? We got you covered. Call us today for a free quote: 925-6826⁠