Phoenix Home Remodeling Winter Tips Although winter doesn't technically start until December 22 this year, temperatures are starting to drop significantly, even in Phoenix. It may not be as severe as other states in the country, but if you've lived here long enough, anything under 70 degrees is considered chilly. Here are a few things you should inspect to prepare for the winter months. - 1. Make Sure Your Heater Works In Phoenix, it's not uncommon to go 6 or more months without using your heater. If it's not working the way you remembered it working last year, call an HVAC professional to take a look and clean your ducts. Don't forget to change the air filters as well. This becomes increasingly important during the winter months where you may be more susceptible to catching a cold. Dusty air vents and air filters can make it harder for you to recover if you catch a cold. - 2. Check Your Windows and Walls for Cracks In the midwest and upper east coast, weather stripping around the windows is a common method to seal any possible cracks. This becomes important during the winter month to prevent your
