By the time cold weather rolls in, homeowners should be ready to thwart any possible damage caused by winter conditions. Enlisting home winterization services from your trusted local Mr. Handyman®.

The Mr. Handyman team has been helping homeowners around the nation since 1996. Discover why nearly 1 million individuals have turned to Mr. Handyman and see how we can help winterize your home for the cold season. Heading south for the season? Our professionals will help deliver peace of mind and wallet while you're away.

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Why It’s Important To Winterize Your Home

It's critical to winterize your home before the cold season arrives. By preparing your home, you can help reduce heat loss, make your home more energy-efficient, and potentially reap significant savings on your energy bill. The added heat retention also creates a more comfortable indoor environment that is free of drafts and cold spots.

Winterization isn't just about comfort; it's vital to maintaining your home in the winter. By winterizing your property, you can protect it from potential damage. When the cold weather blows in, burst pipes, ice dams, and damage to your foundation are all a reality. By protecting your home during winter, you can help prolong its lifespan.

Plus, ensuring your heating system operates correctly can reduce the risk of potential fires or carbon monoxide issues—always have smoke detectors on hand for added protection. Save on energy bill costs and keep an eye out for your family, all with home winterization services.

Signs It’s Time for Home Winterization Services

If you notice cracks in exterior walls, exposed pipes, or missing insulation, it's time to contact Mr. Handyman for home winterization services. Save yourself excessively high bills and repair costs by keeping up with seasonal maintenance. Look out for these additional signs that it's time to call on service professionals for winterization services:

  • Cracks in exterior walls
  • Damaged weatherstripping
  • Drafts and cold spots
  • Exposed pipes
  • Heating system issues
  • Higher than usual energy bills from heating
  • Ice dams on your roof
  • Poor or missing insulation
  • Window condensation and frost between panes

Home Winterization Services We Offer

Mr. Handyman provides home winterization services beyond what you can tackle to prepare your home for the winter. Services include: 

How To Winterize a House

Winterizing your home is best accomplished by a professional. The Mr. Handyman service professionals winterize your home inside and out.

1. Properly insulate your home

Proper insulation is essential during colder months; it can prevent heat loss and reduce associated energy costs. We do this by using different forms of insulation in your attic, walls, basement, and crawl spaces. We can also close off your fireplace to prevent heat loss. Our service professionals can adequately assess your home's particular insulation needs and provide an effective solution.

2. Maintain your heating system 

Your heating system will be used during the colder months, so it is critical to ensure it works effectively. Our team can check your system and look for leaks, spent filters, or areas that need cleaning. Avoid higher energy bills and the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

3. Protect your plumbing and pipes 

A burst pipe is one of the most common incidents we hear about during the winter. Mr. Handyman service professionals can inspect your home for any pipes that are at risk of freezing. Our team can install additional insulation materials to help prevent ice from forming. From your garden spout to your crawl space piping, we'll address the common areas that need protecting.

4. Prepare your home’s exterior

The outside of your house will be hit with the full blunt force of winter and needs to be protected. We can provide services, including gutter cleaning, crack and gap sealing, and outdoor deck winter preparation. Mr. Handyman can spot and address potential problems before they become costly issues.

Reasons why customers should choose Mr. Handyman.

Trust Mr. Handyman With Home Winterization Services

Mr. Handyman provides services for your home that you can trust. With nearly three decades of experience and serving almost 1 million homeowners, you know your home is in capable hands. Our service professionals are qualified experts equipped with local expertise to service your property.

When you're ready to start, schedule a Mr. Handyman appointment with a convenient phone call. We'll find a time that works for your schedule. When we're done, we clean up, leaving you with results, not messes.

The Neighborly Done Right Promise® backs all Mr. Handyman services, ensuring you that the job isn't done until it's done right. 

Find Home Winterization Services Near You

From window and door services to plumbing services, the team at Mr. Handyman can help winterize your home for the next cold season. Contact your local Mr. Handyman to get the job started and discover why so many homeowners have relied on us to keep their homes in top shape.

Services may vary by location. For more information, including the most accurate list of services and guidance, contact your locally owned and operated Mr. Handyman for details and a customized on-site assessment.

Home Winterization FAQs

Mr. Handyman's nearly three decades of experience allows us to answer your most frequently asked questions about home winterization services.

What is winterization?

Winterization is a process that helps protect the inside and outside of your home from the effects of cold weather. Ensuring that your home is adequately insulated can create a more comfortable space for your family while significantly reducing heating bills. The process also protects your home from potential damage caused by burst pipes, ice dams, foundation issues, and other cold-weather related hazards.

How much does it cost to winterize? 

The average cost to winterize a home varies greatly, anywhere from $500 to $5,000. The condition and age of your home, as well as the last time the property was winterized, will help dictate the work needed. Contact your local Mr. Handyman, and we'll create a custom plan with upfront pricing for winterizing your home.

What does winterizing a house consist of? 

Winterizing your home means prepping your home for cold weather inside and outdoors. Some of the most common home winterization tasks include:

Can you winterize a house yourself?

We do not recommend winterizing a home yourself. It is best to have a trained service professional prepare your home for the intense cold weather winter months bring. Professionals have the expertise and experience to identify potential problems that homeowners may miss. Experts also have the proper knowledge to maximize the efficiency of insulation, weatherstripping, and other materials.

Is it too late to winterize my house?

It is always possible to winterize your home, even if the cold weather has already set in. While it's best to get started early and complete needed tasks before the first frost occurs, starting late is always better than skipping the process entirely. Call your local Mr. Handyman service professional to discuss your particular property needs.

What happens if you don’t winterize your home?

If you don't winterize your home, your comfort and safety could be at risk—one of the greatest concerns is an unmaintained heating system giving off dangerous carbon monoxide gas. Additionally, a lack of proper preparation can lead to higher heating costs throughout the colder months. Drafts can create cold, uncomfortable conditions, while frozen pipes can burst, causing flooding and other significant damage to your property.