--- title: Winterize your Home with this Window and Door Checklist description: Winterizing your home can save you a lot of money and helps prevent issues that come along with the cold weather. Use the checklist below to prepare your home. image: https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/hubfs/shoreline-winterize-home.jpeg --- **   [440-336-3300](tel:4403363300) - [**](https://www.facebook.com/shorelinewindow/) - [**](https://twitter.com/Windows_OH) [![Full Logo@4x.png](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Full%20Logo@4x.png?width=250&name=Full%20Logo@4x.png "Full Logo@4x.png")](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/) [![CALL NOW](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3807533/c6aef111-d56d-4e4f-98ec-bd83ca7aa748.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3807533/c6aef111-d56d-4e4f-98ec-bd83ca7aa748) # [Winterize your Home with this Window and Door Checklist](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/blog/winterize-your-home-checklist) ** Jan 12, 2018 3:12:03 PM / by [Shoreline Window and Remodeling](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/blog/author/shoreline-window-and-remodeling) ###  ![shoreline-winterize-home.jpeg](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/hubfs/shoreline-winterize-home.jpeg) ###  Winterizing your home can save you a lot of money and helps prevent issues that come with the cold weather.  Use the checklist below to make sure your home is ready. ### Windows - Make sure all surfaces caulked around [window](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/windows) are properly sealed, and not cracking or peeling. - Consider using thermal lined drapes over your window opening to slow down cold air infiltration. - Be aware of broken seals or cracks in window glass or frame. Call your [local window or glass company](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/contact) for replacement or repair. - Install weather-stripping around window sash, the operating part of the window that opens and closes. - You can use window insulator kits, they include plastic coverings that adhere to the window glass. On the downside, they cut down viewing and are not to attractive. - Call your local window and remodeling company for an assessment on which windows you want to replace and get a quote for new vinyl or wooden replacement windows if you notice any of the following when inspecting: - The age of your windows exceed 20+ years. - You notice unrepairable rot to window sash or frame. - Your sashes are stuck close and are non operable anymore. - You can’t stop the drafts coming into your home.  ### Doors - Check your [door](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/doors) opening and make sure you have a proper seal and locks correctly. - Install storm doors to entry doors to block drafts. If using a storm door with interchangeable glass and screens make sure glass unit is installed. - Look for rotting thresholds and door frames where cold air can be infiltrating and replace rotting wood. - If your entry doors are aging, rotting and not sealing properly, consider calling [your local window and remodeling company](https://www.shorelinewindowandremodeling.com/contact) for an in home assessment, and quote for replacement.   #### **Need assistance winterizing your home? 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