Tag: Weather

Protecting Your Home During Stormy Weather

Two focuses of my blog are Home/Living Discussions and Home/Property Discussions. Depending on which region of the world you live and current weather trends, you and your home may experience lots of stormy weather. The following contributed post is entitled, Protecting Your Home During Stormy Weather.

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With strong weather events on the rise, it’s never been more important to take the right steps to help protect your business from the different risks and dangers that come with such treacherous conditions. Thankfully, this guide contains some of the best steps that you can follow to ensure your home can remain as safe as can be no matter what is happening outside. So, what are you waiting for? Read on to discover more and start making some smart adaptations and upgrades today.

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New Windows & Extra Shutters

Are you currently using single glazed windows that have no extra protection? If the answer is yes, then you could be putting yourself in serious danger. During stormy weather, all manner of debris and junk gets lifted up by the wind, and could be sent hurtling in the direction of your window – this will no doubt lead to particularly stressful smashing and crashing as your window breaks into countless pieces, and it will also leave you with a cold and damp space if you’re unable to buy and fit a new window within a few hours.

If you can take the time to upgrade to new windows, perhaps hurricane windows, then you are never going to have to deal with the aforementioned issue. You’ll be able to rest assured knowing that your super-strong windows are able to stand strong against the crashes and bangs slamming around outside, offering you total peace of mind during stormy weather. If you want to take it one step further, then installing your own window shutters outside of your windows is a great option. Many people make the mistake of installing shutters inside their windows, but this obviously won’t protect your windows in any way.

Check Your Guttering

Is your guttering currently as functional as it can be? As even one broken gutter can lead to a whole host of different issues when the stormy weather hits. Heavy rain can lead to rivers of water flowing through your gutters, so having one out of place could mean that this heavy flow of water is sent crashing into the wrong place or direction. If the water is running onto your walls, roof or other similar area, then you risk falling victim to water damage or damp due to the volume and speed of the water.

It’s also fairly common for gutters to become clogged with debris and junk, such as leaves and other natural materials. Having a blockage in your gutters could also lead to the same issues mentioned above, as the build up can stop the flow of water and encourage overflows and flooding to take place. Make sure you take the time to check your guttering frequently when the stormy weather hits, as ignoring something as simple as a few twigs in your gutters could lead to a world of issues.

Protecting your home during stormy weather has never been such a simple task when you can utilize the excellent ideas detailed above!

Best Ways To Get Your Home Warm Weather Ready

A key focus of my blog is Financial Literacy/Money. If you’re a homeowner, management of your home’s finances is critical to your overall financial health. A key piece of that is managing your temperatures of your home during all seasons. The following contributed post is entitled, Best Ways To Get Your Home Warm Weather Ready.

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Warm weather is here. The clocks have gone back and sweater weather is a distant dream. Like many of us, your home upkeep has more than likely been neglected in favour of some more weather suitable pursuits, like curling up under the duvet for marathons of your favourite TV show.

Interior Design can be huge amounts of fun but many smaller exterior problems can spiral out of control if not rectified quickly. Now the weather is getting warmer, it’s an exciting time to get up and get motivated so you can enjoy the coming sunshine!

Ready, Set, Roof!
Winter can wreak havoc on all parts of your home, none more-so than your roof. Wind, rain and other elements can leave your home open to a variety of safety concerns. Something as simple as cleaning rain gutters and ensuring pipes are secure can save you a huge hassle once the weather turns cold again. Before choosing a company ensure your contractor is legitimate, skilled and experienced.

Get Some Greenery
City life means we may not all have the luxury of green space on our doorsteps. However, research has proven that plants and flowers within the home are good for us. So bring the outside to you! Not only do plants add colourful and uplifting decorative accents to the most sparse of living spaces, they also provide extra oxygen that can boost your mood and brain functionality. Browse your local garden centres and botanic markets for container gardens or floor plants that will bloom in the next few weeks.

Colour Chameleon
Breathe a breath of life into stale and grey surroundings, with a fresh lick of paint. If you’re stuck for time, or just aren’t sure about making the commitment, consider an accent wall in a bold, zingy lemon or even a happy pink to refresh your bathroom or kitchen cabinets. Even a few sheets of printed contact paper can upgrade your interior in seconds. Stuck with magnolia walls in your rental? Consider a gallery wall instead!

Get Cosy
Something as simple as a new set of soft furnishings or a new lighting scheme can make your living space feel re-balanced and refreshed. The benefits of LED Lighting can make a room feel inviting when it would otherwise be unwelcoming. A room with textures, patterns and prints, draw the eye in and can make your living space feel larger. Create a plush, cosy space with throws, pillows and blankets in warm and creamy shades. Want something a little more eye catching? Unique and one-of a kind geometric and abstract pieces are easy to find at flea-markets and garage sales.

Deep Clean
The final step is to get rid of all the clutter accumulated over the colder months! It’s a great time take stock of what you have, to donate what you don’t want and even make some money by selling your unwanted goods. Invest in storage boxes, drawer dividers and shoe racks to ensure that the mess doesn’t creep up on you, as it’s sometimes prone to do!