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Prepare your home for winter As the cold weather approaches and the first snowflakes begin to fall, it is important to ensure your home is winter-ready. There are plenty of simple ways to winterize your home without breaking the bank, with a positive effect on lowering your heating bills. Interior: First, inspect your furnace and replace the filter. Stock up on furnace filters and be sure to change them every month. Next, have your fireplace cleaned so it will be ready for use. Screen the top of your chimney to keep out rodents and birds and store firewood in a dry place away from the outside of your home. Inspect the mortar between bricks to make sure that your fires remain contained within the hearth. And, ensure all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors have had the battery replaced. Exterior: Examine the exterior of your home for cracks and crevices, which could allow cold air to seep inside. Apply weather-stripping around doors and caulk windows. Homes with basements and attics are prone to cold drafts. In basements, consider covering window wells with plastic wrap. When the warm weather returns, you can remove the wrap. Warm air rises, so adding extra insulation to your attic will ensure the warmth stays where it's needed. "These small, 3 Home & Energy SectionTuesday, October 25, 2011 348 GUELPH STREET, GEORGETOWN Check out our flyer for more great deals! Riley McAneney Store Manager T H I S W E E K S F E AT U R E S Windshield Washer Fluid Biodegradable Garden Bags ! g a J g a W e h DoT THESE DEALS STARTS THIS WEEK! GET YOUR BUSINESS WAG-JAGGING! Call us at 905·873·0301 but important steps can make a huge difference on your heating bill," says Yvonne Ratigan, a senior executive with Royal LePage Canada. "Time and a little money spent in the fall, can pay big dividends in the winter." Garden: Prune trees and shrubs to minimize potential for damage by snow, particularly those that hang close to the home. Clear out planters and store for spring and dust plant bulbs with bone meal. Drain all garden hoses and shut off outside water. If we enjoy a warm day, it may be a good time to seal the driveway or deck. These simple steps can help you to enjoy the winter without fear of damage to your home. Be prepared, and embrace all that the winter has to offer. --www.newscanada.com 348 GUELPH STREET, GEORGETOWN Hours: Mon. - Fri. 6:30 am - 8:00 pm, Sat. 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am - 6:00 pm TO OUR CUSTOMERS - The information in this ad reflects the information available during its conception. If, despite our vigilance, some errors occurred, a notice wil be printed in the store. If items differ from whats il ustrated, the description prevails. We strive to carry sufficient quantities of advertised products, quantities are limited. Because of the market variations we have the right to change prices when necessary. Taxes are not included in our prices. Promotion available on the advertised days or from Wednesday October 19 until Wednesday October 26, future pickups and special orders included. RONAdvantage: offer may end or be changed without notice. O.A.C. terms and conditions available instore or on www.ronadvantage.ca. ***Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading. B.V. used under licence by Loyalty Management Group Canada. Inc. and Rona Inc. Hwy. 7 Georgetown RONA Apple Auto Glass