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PARK CITY, Utah – As fall arrives in Park City, homeowners are encouraged to prepare their properties for the coming winter months. At Sea to Ski , a boutique non-rental property management company, the focus during this transition period is on comprehensive seasonal maintenance to ensure homes are ready for the demands of winter. Proper maintenance can prevent costly problems down the road, allowing homeowners to enjoy a hassle-free winter season. To prepare your home for winter, it's important to focus on these five tasks:
- Landscaping and water management.
- Roof inspections
- Heating systems
- Deep cleaning
- Concierge services
Landscaping and water management.
Effective property management begins with focusing on exterior and interior maintenance. Each season brings its own unique challenges; Fall is the time to address potential vulnerabilities. A final garden clean-up should be carried out in autumn to prepare the lawn for a good start in spring. This deters pests such as voles and prevents dirt from affecting growth.
"Water management is critical, especially in desert communities like ours," said Matt Stevens, Sea to Ski's director of services, citing the delicate balance between using water as a resource and preventing property damage.
Years ago, Sea to Ski welcomed a new customer in the middle of winter who had just purchased his home in Park City. The previous owner had neglected to maintain the fire extinguishing system. Because the system did not have sufficient amounts of glycol, several pipes were frozen and in danger of bursting. Of course, they put their new customers through a regular maintenance program to prevent future disasters.
Other preventative measures include putting away patio furniture after cleaning decks and patios and ensuring garage doors fit properly to avoid malfunctions in the colder months.
Roof inspections
Additionally, gutters and driveway drains should be kept clean to ensure proper water flow. This also includes checking the condition of the roof and testing the heat tape to prevent ice jams. Ice dams can cause serious internal damage if not managed properly. "It's often difficult to see what's going on up there from the ground, but neglecting gutters can lead to major problems," says Scott Benson, managing partner and chief operating officer.
Sea to Ski welcomed a new customer back in the fall who had just purchased a new home. Before closing, the new owner was told that the outdoor sprinklers had been properly turned off before winter, but the first frost proved otherwise: a burst pipe caused the ceiling of a bedroom closet to collapse. Along with the debris fell dead squirrels and mice, showing that the home had entry points for pests and lacked proper pest control. It's a stark reminder of what can happen when important winter preparations and routine services, such as quarterly pest control, are neglected.
Heating systems
Interior care is just as important. Heating systems, including boilers, furnaces, humidifiers and water softeners, require seasonal maintenance to ensure they operate efficiently when needed most. To ensure safety and energy efficiency, the batteries in smoke detectors and thermostats should be replaced regularly. To avoid fire hazards, dryer vents should be cleaned and chimneys inspected, especially as we approach the months when homeowners constantly light their fireplaces. It's important to emphasize the importance of preventative maintenance before the winter months to avoid these costly repairs.
Homeowners must also comply with all local inspection requirements regarding fire and backflow prevention systems.
Deep cleaning
Cleaning work is also essential to prepare a home for winter. Seasonal deep cleaning of surfaces, floors and upholstery helps maintain a pristine living environment. It's also a good idea to schedule professional carpet and window cleaning before the start of the ski season. To avoid fire hazards, dryer vents should be cleaned and chimneys inspected. Outdoor grills should be cleaned thoroughly after a long summer of use so that you can continue to enjoy the grill in the winter months.
Concierge services
Sea to Ski also manages all concierge services , providing added convenience during this peak season. From the vehicle details to changing to winter tires, you ensure safe driving conditions. Prepare your ski and snowboard equipment for the next ski season.
"It's not just about hiring someone for the job," Stevens emphasized. "We have strong relationships with our preferred suppliers, which means priority planning and security for our customers. »
Owners can also use Sea to Ski to coordinate winter experience packages and dining reservations, as well as prepare food and beverage delivery orders to expedite their arrival.
"Ultimately, we are here to represent the best interests of our customers," Benson said. "Proactive maintenance is key to preserving the value and caring for a customer's beloved home and assets. »
Sea to Ski's local market knowledge allows them to offer tailored advice that helps owners protect and increase the value of their holiday properties. The company places a strong emphasis on proactive maintenance and offers personalized consultations to address specific needs. With extensive experience managing vacation homes in the Intermountain West, Sea to Ski understands the owner's perspective and the importance of protecting these investments.
"We haven't seen everything that could go wrong, but I would say we've seen almost most of it. This allowed us to create a robust winterization checklist specific to each of our clients' homes. Of course, every day is different in this industry, but these preparedness checklists help us mitigate almost any disaster," Benson explained.
As winter approaches, taking time to prepare can make all the difference. By completing these important maintenance tasks, Park City homeowners can look forward to a mild and pleasant winter season. For more information or to schedule services, please contact Sea to Ski.
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