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It typically costs between $200 and $1,000 to winterize a house, depending on the extent of the project. Some of the main factors that affect the total cost include the size of the home and the type ...

Welcome to Family Handyman‘s Guide to Winterization, where you’ll find expert advice on how to get your home in shape for the cold season — because frozen pipes and sky-high heating bills do not have ...

PORTLAND, Ore. -- We all know it's coming. And the experts say we'd better be ready for it. But admittedly, it's tough to think about winterizing your home when the sun is out and the skies are so ...

Our state has some of the wildest weather across the U.S. As the days get shorter and the temperature gets cooler, it's tempting for Coloradans to crank up the heat. But that can lead to higher energy ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › If you’ve ever dealt with frozen pipes or drafty windows, you know that winterizing isn ...