Winterization

Winterizations are a critical component of property preservation. Without proper attention, unoccupied properties can incur serious damage to their interiors, plumbing and fixtures during the cold winter months. Safeguard routinely completes winterizations on dry, steam and radiant heat systems to prevent what could result in costly repairs.

Our contractors adhere to a thorough checklist of tasks when completing winterizations.  These steps include:

• Draining the hot water tank
• Draining all of the water lines and using an air compressor to blow air through the system, ensuring that all of the water is removed
• Pressure testing the system to check for possible leaks
• Cleaning toilets
• Adding antifreeze to all sink drains and traps
• Using zip ties to firmly secure the main water line in the "off" position 
• Posting stickers on all winterized parts of the property

Our stickers advise anyone entering the property that it has been winterized, and they contain the date of the winterization and Safeguard’s contact information.

Whenever possible, the utilities at the property are turned off ,unless a sump pump is present--in which case the electricity must remain on. Utilities may be transferred into the client’s name, either by the listing agent or by Safeguard, depending on the client’s preference. All services completed during the winterization are reported to the client with supporting photos provided for viewing.