How do you fully winterize a house?

• <div><p>Complete house winterization goes above and beyond the list we created above. In addition to everything listed, full house winterization also includes:</p><ul><li><p>Performing a home energy audit.</p></li><li><p>Preparing your deck and patio for winter.</p></li><li><p>Learning <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-start-snowblower.htm">how to start a snowblower</a>.</p></li><li><p>Replacing smoke detector batteries.</p></li><li><p>Installing outlet gaskets.</p></li><li><p>Installing storm doors. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What maintenance does flat roofing require?

• <div><p>Inspect for debris, clean drains, and regularly check for punctures or cracks to maintain performance.</p></div>

Q: Should asphalt shingles be power washed?

• <div><p>No, asphalt shingles should not be power washed. A power washer or pressure washer is too strong to use on asphalt shingles and will loosen the adhesive holding them to your roof, causing them to fall off. It&rsquo;s best to hire a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/roof-cleaners/">local roof cleaner</a> to clean those shingles safely and without damaging them. </p></div>

Q: Do gable vents let water in?

• <div><p>Yes, gable vents can let water in. That being said, this usually only occurs during extreme conditions like heavy rainfall. You can prevent water from entering through gable vents by adding a screen that traps the water before it can enter.</p></div>

Q: Is bleach or vinegar better to kill moss?

• <div><p>Bleach and vinegar can both kill moss effectively. However, if you&rsquo;d rather use a non-chemical option that&rsquo;s better for the environment, vinegar is the choice. Depending on the paver material you use, vinegar and bleach can also stain or discolor the surface. When unsure, test and use the option that doesn&rsquo;t react with your paver material. </p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2014
They found some issues with the chimney and gave us an estimate for the repairs.
Mad Hatter Air Duct & Chimney Sweep Service of MO
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Reviewed in August 2013
The guys who came to "sell" me the project were super friendly and helpful... until the contracts were signed. We were told it would be about 2 weeks until work would start (their website says that normal turnaround is 2 weeks as well). The contracts said 6-8 weeks, just to cover their butts....
Superior Exteriors
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Reviewed in June 2013
Partial tear down and rebuild of my chimney. There were bricks missing and my chimney cap had a big crack. The roof also leaked around the chimney because the caulking and flashing was pulled away. My chimney looks great and no leaks. Did a good job of matching new brick with old old brick.
Superior Masonry Company
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Reviewed in June 2013
I was very happy with this provider. I purchased my old house 'as is' and the roof sounded like a drum in stormy weather. My roof leaked around the chimney, so I decided to just do the whole roof over. Now my ear drums can enjoy the patter of the rain and no more leaking around the chimney. My...
MOSSMAN ROOFING
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Reviewed in April 2010
Was a good experience overall. Work began around 8:30 am and was finished around 3:30 pm. Workers were professional and laid sheeting so as not to track anything in the house. Quality of work seems very good. Previous furnace was 30 years old so it vented through the chimney, so they installed...
Gubbels One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
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Midtown Chimney Sweeps is ready to assist you in the maintenance and repair of your fireplace or chimney. Our certified chimney technicians will review any type of light chimney repair or maintenance that is recommended for your home. Chimneys are often one of the most neglected, undetected, or misdiagnosed systems in the modern American household. This is unfortunate, since the safe operation of our fireplaces and wood stoves requires a properly working chimney. During your annual chimney inspection, our certified chimney sweeps will be able to determine the condition of your chimney and offer solutions for chimney repair and maintenance should it be required.

Chimney Sweep questions, answered by experts

Inspect for debris, clean drains, and regularly check for punctures or cracks to maintain performance.

No, asphalt shingles should not be power washed. A power washer or pressure washer is too strong to use on asphalt shingles and will loosen the adhesive holding them to your roof, causing them to fall off. It’s best to hire a local roof cleaner to clean those shingles safely and without damaging them.

Complete house winterization goes above and beyond the list we created above. In addition to everything listed, full house winterization also includes:

Performing a home energy audit.
Preparing your deck and patio for winter.
Learning how to start a snowblower.
Replacing smoke detector batteries.
Installing outlet gaskets.
Installing storm doors.

Yes, gable vents can let water in. That being said, this usually only occurs during extreme conditions like heavy rainfall. You can prevent water from entering through gable vents by adding a screen that traps the water before it can enter.

Bleach and vinegar can both kill moss effectively. However, if you’d rather use a non-chemical option that’s better for the environment, vinegar is the choice. Depending on the paver material you use, vinegar and bleach can also stain or discolor the surface. When unsure, test and use the option that doesn’t react with your paver material.

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