November will be here next week and not far behind old man winter will follow.  Is your home ready?  Over the next few weeks we will share tips on how to get your home prepared for winter.   The first step is making sure you are not losing heat that can be avoided.  Windows are the first place you should start.  If you have single pane wood windows you need to make sure you have storm windows and that they are properly installed.  You also need to check your windows for drafts and seal them if they are found.  The below link at the DIY network will instruct you on how to check for drafts and seal the exterior of the window frame if you are losing heat to possible drafts.

http://www.diynetwork.com/plumbing/tips-on-maintaining-a-water-heater/index.html