NEWS RELEASE
RELIANCE YANCH HOME COMFORT
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A new school year is just around the corner, which means lazy summer days are gradually coming to an end.
In addition to school supplies and lunch ideas, it’s also time to think about closing up the cottage to ensure your lakeside sanctuary is protected during the colder months of the year.
- To help your audience navigate cottage close-up season with ease, Shae Whalen, the Barrie-based regional general manager at Reliance Yanch Home ComfortTM serving Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury and Thunder Bay, is pleased to offer the following tips:
- Lock and secure windows and doors and ensure a tight seal.
- Close curtains and blinds to trap warm air inside; this will make the cottage more energy efficient.
- Turn off power and gas or propane to your water heater prior to draining it. Pipes and other water appliances should also be drained to avoid freezing and/or bursting.
- Empty, defrost and unplug the refrigerator.
- Disconnect all appliances.
- Ensure heating appliances are prepared for activation during colder weather.
- Leave thermostats on the lowest possible setting to avoid freezing.
- Safeguard and secure outdoor furniture to prevent loss or damage in the event of a storm.
- Taking the time to properly close down your cottage can prevent needless stress and costly expenses down the line.
So, before you pack up and drive away for another year, make sure to follow the above steps so you can look forward to another stress-free getaway next summer.
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