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Winterizing Your Investment Property on the Oregon Coast

 
  1. Hire a Professional Handyman: Hire a professional handyman to inspect your property for any potential damage and make necessary repairs. Talk to friends and family who have used a handyman in Portland Oregon recently and ask them for recommendations. Make sure to get contact information so you can follow up with any potential leads. Check out websites like HomeAdvisor, Angie's List, Yelp, or Google reviews to read customer ratings and feedback on different local handymen in the area. This will help you narrow down your search and find someone who has good reviews from previous customers. Once you have a few names of possible handymen, call each one and ask questions about their experience level, rates, availability, etc., so that you can make an informed decision about whom to hire for the job. Before hiring a handyman in Portland Oregon it is important to verify that they are licensed and insured by checking with your local state licensing board or insurance department if applicable (for example some states require plumbers or electricians to be licensed). You should also do some basic background checks on any potential hires before committing to working with them such as making sure they don’t have any criminal history or complaints filed against them with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Finally, make sure you get at least two references from past clients so that you can speak directly about their work ethic and the quality of service provided.
  2. Check for Leaks: Inspect the roof and plumbing for leaks to prevent water damage.
  3. Insulate Pipes: Insulate all exposed pipes in the crawlspace, basement and attic to prevent them from freezing and bursting.
  4. Replace Weather Stripping: Replace any worn out weather stripping around windows and doors to prevent drafts.
  5. Clean Gutters: Clean out all the debris from your gutters to prevent water from pooling and causing damage.
  6. Disconnect Hoses: Disconnect all hoses from outdoor spigots to prevent them from freezing and bursting.
  7. Turn Off Water: Shut off the main water supply to prevent any water damage while the property is unoccupied.
  8. Trim Trees: Trim any trees that could cause damage to the property in the event of strong winds.
  9. Cover Outdoor Items: Cover any outdoor furniture and equipment with tarps to protect them from the elements.

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