Crisp, chill October evenings are ahead. Enjoy them secure in the knowledge that you’ve taken steps to make your house snug, safe and comfortable this winter. We can help!
1. Dress up your home for Halloween
Q: Why did the skeleton get fired from the hardware store on Halloween?
A: Because he had no body to work with.
Get in the spooky spirit — stop by your neighborhood hardware store for a great selection of festive fall and Halloween décor to welcome guests and greet trick-or-treaters.
2. Weatherizing your home for a Chicago winter
Chicago winters are no joke — freezing temps, heavy snow and ice can all take a toll on your home. Download our fall checklist to keep your home comfortable, safe and energy efficient all season long.
3. Get a professional attic assessment
Your attic does more than you think — it regulates comfort, affects energy costs and can hide problems such as mold and pests. A Get Dwell Attic Assessment reveals trouble spots, checks insulation levels and ensures proper sealing, so you have a clear picture before issues arise. Request an Attic Assessment estimate
4. Warm up your home and cut energy costs
Think of your attic like a hat for your house. Without the right insulation, your home will be colder, draftier and more expensive to heat. Our experts will recommend and install the insulation best suited for your attic, walls, basement and crawlspaces. Get an installation estimate
5. Stop water problems before they start
Window wells are one of the top causes of basement flooding in Chicago. Before the fall rains and winter snows arrive, we recommend clearing drains, repairing or replacing leaky window wells, and installing custom, protective window well covers. Request an estimate
6. Eliminate gutter cleaning for good
No more cleaning gutters or worrying about clogs. Tough, attractive gutter guards from Get Dwell stand up to Chicago weather, boost home value and cut down on maintenance. Get a gutter guard estimate
7. Prevent ice dams before they form
Ice dams and heavy icicles can cause leaks, damage gutters and create hazards around walkways and doors. One way to prevent ice dams is by installing heating cables along roof edges, overhangs, valleys and downspouts. These cables gently melt snow and ice, so water keeps moving through your gutters instead of refreezing, and should always be connected to a GFCI for safety. Schedule an estimate for heating cable installation before the snow starts to fall.
8. Keep the lights on during storms
Winter storms can knock out power when you least expect it. A natural gas backup generator can keep your heat running, your WiFi connected, protect pipes from freezing and save the food in your fridge. It starts automatically during an outage, giving you peace of mind that your home will stay safe and comfortable. Book a generator installation estimate
9. Beat the first freeze
Schedule your furnace or boiler tune-up with Get Dwell before the cold sets in. A quick service call now helps prevent mid-winter breakdowns and keeps your home running efficiently all season.
10: Check your sump pump
Your sump pump is your first defense against basement flooding. If it fails — or the power goes out — a battery backup pump can protect your home for days. Shop pumps and backup systems at your local hardware store, and schedule professional installation or full basement assessment with Get Dwell.
“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.”
—Albert Camus