5 ways to prep your home for the chilly fall weather

2022-10-08 18:04:48 By : Ms. Coco Liu

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The fall season is upon us, which means the smell of pumpkin spice will fill the air and the weather will start getting a lot cooler. While some may enjoy pulling out sweaters and scarves, others are dreading high energy bills and cold drafts sneaking into the house. It'll be much easier to stay comfy and cozy when the colder weather hits by adding these fall essentials to your home.

Stop hot air leaks through doors with the Suptikes door draft stopper. This weatherstrip is the perfect solution for drafty doors, making heating your home more efficient and cost-effective. It’s very easy to install: simply measure your door, cut the strip to size and attach it to the door with its adhesive backing. The strip will instantly block air from coming in or out of your home. For just under $10, this is a quick and affordable way to keep you warm and toasty all fall and winter.

Another way of reducing heating costs while keeping warm for those colder months ahead is to insulate your windows. With the shrink film insulator kit from Duck Brand, all you need to keep the cold from coming in through the windows is a pair of scissors, a measuring tape and a hair dryer.

Simply cut the film to fit your window, secure it to your window frame with the double-sided tape included in the kit, and use the hair dryer to shrink the film. Your windows will instantly have an extra barrier from the cold. Each kit is $10 and can cover up to three windows. Stay cozy this season with this affordable solution.

If your home has a fireplace, then you know how wonderful it is to have a fire going on a cold night. However, along with the warmth, you also get the soot, which can leave your fireplace looking less than perfect. Use the Quick N Brite gel fireplace cleaner to keep your fireplace looking great at all times. This heavy-duty cleaner removes soot, smoke, creosote and ash from brick, stone, tile and rock without the use of harsh chemicals or acids.

It comes with a convenient brush for easy application; once applied to the surface, spray with water and wipe with a terry cloth rag. This must-have fireplace cleaner is on sale now on Amazon.

There’s nothing better on a cold night than cozying up on the couch with a warm blanket. Wrap yourself in warmth with Serta’s comfiest electric blanket. This reversible throw has fleece on one side and super soft sherpa on the other, making it the warmest of blankets. This electric blanket comes with a five-level heat setting controller so you can make it as warm as you need it to be.

Because this throw has a 3-hour auto shut-off, you never have to worry about falling asleep with your blanket on. Pick up this snuggle essential for almost 50% off on Amazon.

Does it seem like your feet are always cold, no matter what? If so, we have the perfect solution for this season. The Cozy Products electric foot warmer mat uses direct and radiant heat to keep your feet nice and warm—even through shoes and boots.

This mat is compact enough to take with you anywhere you go. Keep it under your desk at the office, or use it on your cold bathroom floor to stay warm during your morning routine. Using less wattage than regular space heaters, this mat is safe, waterproof and won’t drain much energy. Get your heated mat today for 34% off and never have freezing toes again.

Don’t let the colder weather get you down—prep your home with these practical and affordable products that will have you ready for fall and one step ahead of winter.

American Soft Linen, 4 Piece Bath Towel Set, $38.24 (was $79.95), amazon.com

Lush Decor Ruffle Skirt Bedspread, $54.95 (was $180.00), amazon.com

3-Pack Clothes Storage, $17.59 (was $21.99), amazon.com

Portable Door Lock, $12.99 (was $34.55), amazon.com

Smart Plug-In Night Light, $9.99 (was $20.99), amazon.com

54-LED Motion Sensor Cabinet Light, $33.99 (was $45.99), amazon.com

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