Posted
by Jack O. Pysz
on Saturday, December 17th, 2016 at 4:01pm.
Protecting the outside of your home
Clean your gutters and downspouts before cold weather arrives to prevent ice from forming in them.
Spray an ice repellent solution on steps and walks before freezing weather arrives.
Bring in container plants, add mulch around plants, and cover plants that are prone to frost damage. Remove covering when temperatures warm above freezing.
Drain birdbaths and fountains
Gently sweep snow off plants and shrubs in an upward motion with a broom.
Use rock salt, sand, or clay based kitty litter on walks and drives (NOTE: Salt can damage grass and other plants).
