With the arrival of autumn comes time to prepare for winter in Denver. People who have lived in the greater Denver area for some time know that September is the last month with no snow, which is why it is imperative to perform a fall cleanout and yard clean up before October. Dumpster Maxx can aid you in your fall home cleanout. Whatever your waste container needs may be we can deliver a roll off dumpster or dumpster bag in the sizes you need right to your driveway. With a fall cleanout you will need a sufficient trash bin for your junk removal and bulk trash needs. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can assist with all your dumpster rental needs. There are crucial tasks to consider with your fall cleanout, let’s review them.
Your garage is the first place that you should cleanout. You will want to be able to pull your car inside in the dead of winter, and if you decide to make more space in your house during those frigid months, the garage is a good place for temporary storage. Old rags that could combust should be first to be removed. Many house fires have been caused by old oil soaked rags in a corner combusting. Next, stacks of newspapers and magazines should be disposed of in your rental dumpster. Check old boxes for important documents, family photographs, and keepsakes. Consolidate everything you want to keep to one or two boxes and dispose of the rest for our trash hauling service. Next get rid of any unwanted exercise equipment and bicycles to give the garage more space. Another consideration is to toss your old hot water heater into the dumpster and install a tankless water heater. Not only does a tankless water heater give you instant hot water while using less energy, it gives you more space. Remember any household projects that need to be done in freezing temps will most likely be done in the garage.
Next on the list, but no less important is winterizing your roof, this includes making repairs prior to the first snowfall. You will want to remove and replace any damaged shingles on the roof. It is best to have an experienced roofer or handyman inspect the roof and perform repairs. In Colorado, the weight of snow and ice on a roof can sometimes cause it to warp or crack, installing an attic ventilation system will regulate temperatures on the roof and greatly reduce the amount of snow and ice that will accumulate. If you plan on removing snow yourself during the winter make sure to install anchors on your roof. These anchors are the same type that mountain climbers use to secure their ropes, in this way you will also be ensuring you don’t slip and fall off of your roof.
The next thing on your checklist should be the yard. You can remove items from inside your home after the first snowfall, but attending to your lawn, shrubs, and trees can’t wait. You need to do a front yard cleanout and a back yard cleanout right away. Cut back large limbs from your home that could break and fall under the weight of ice. Next remove and dispose of all junk, debris, and branches from your lawn. Rake and bag all leaves that have fallen and place them in the dumpster or dumpster bag. Next mow grass to a height of two inches, this will ensure its survival until the spring. Make sure that your sprinkler system is drained and off. Make sure you have installed frost proof spigots and turn them off for the winter. Keep your thermostats above fifty-five degrees to guard against your indoor pipes bursting.
Finally, clean out any unwanted furniture, or unwanted items to create space in your home. You will be indoors most of the winter and additional space will fight claustrophobia and cabin fever.
If you live in the greater Denver area, don’t haul trash to your local landfill, call or fill out our online contact form today. Dumpster Maxx can help you be ready for winter.
This blog is originally posted here: https://dumpstermaxx.wordpress.com/2018/10/09/the-importance-of-a-fall-cleanout-in-denver/
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