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: Frost King Gutter Scoop (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 Covers, 2-pack (opens in a new tab)
A padded sleeve that keeps the hose bib above freezing on cold nights.
- Step 33 of 9Exterior silicone caulk + gunCheck price on Amazon: Gorilla 100% Silicone Caulk (opens in a new tab)
Paintable outdoor silicone that stays flexible below freezing.
- Step 44 of 9Heavy-duty grill coverCheck price on Amazon: iCOVER 58-inch Grill Cover (opens in a new tab)
Waterproof cover with straps that hold it on in the wind.
- Step 65 of 9Door draft stopperCheck price on Amazon: Vellure Door Draft Stopper (opens in a new tab)
Slides under the door and stays put. Cuts the draft you can feel at the threshold.
- Step 86 of 9Wool area rugCheck price on Amazon: Safavieh Trace Wool Rug, 5x8 (opens in a new tab)
Warm underfoot on hardwood and tile. Wool hides dirt and wears for years.
- Step 97 of 9Furnace filters, 2-packCheck price on Amazon: Filtrete MERV 11 Filters, 16x25x1, 2-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: M-D Foam Pipe Insulation, 1/2 in. x 6 ft (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: Honeywell Home RTH7600D (opens in a new tab)
Drops the heat while you sleep and brings it back before the alarm.