These need to be cleaned once all the leaves have fallen
What are gutters?
Having gas above this amount is important in case you get stranded in the cold
What is a quarter of a tank (1/4)?
Waiting until all the snow has fallen may make the snow too this to shovel
What is heavy/wet/icy?
You may not see this slippery substance on walkways and driveways
What is black ice?
Using these items at night can help save energy costs
What are heavy/electric blankets?
These particular faucets need to be shut off
What are outdoor spigots?
This summertime toy can also be used to keep pipes warm in the winter
What is a pool noodle?
The temperature is expected to drop below 20 degrees, you can do this in your kitchen and bathroom to help the pipes from freezing
What is open the cupboard doors or let the water drip very slowly?
Never stick your tongue out to touch this in the freezing cold
What is a flagpole (metal)?
Covering your floors with these will help keep the room warm
What are rugs?
Having this professional check out your heating source now, can save you an emergency call and money
Who are an HVAC contractor?
Having extra of this in your pantry is wise in case of a heavy snowfall
What are canned goods and bottled water?
These items are needed to make a snowman
What are snow, sticks, carrot, hat, scarf, ???
What is the north?
Bubble wrap, old towels or a blanket can be pinned up to prevent cold air leaking in through this
What are windows?
Two items to have at the ready by the front door BEFORE it starts snowing
What are a shovel and ice melt?
This small pebble like substance can be spread before a snow shower or after you shovel to help with slippery sidewalks and driveways
What is Ice Melt / Salt?
On extra chilly days, filling one of these with hot water and tucking it in bed or a blanket with you helps to warm you up
What is a hot water bottle?
It is better to be safe than
What is sorry?
As the cold air rolls into town, this item can keep it from rolling in under the doors
What is a door draft stopper?
Putting these items in storage will help preserve them for a warmer season
What are hoses, yard tools, planters?
These items are important to have in your car incase of impromptu snow
What are warm clothes and ice/snow scraper
This app should have its notifications turned on this time of year
What is the weather app?
It is important to check for these signs after being out in the cold
What are signs of hypothermia (uncontrolled shivering, pale skin, confusion or slurred speech, slowed breathing, weakness and loss of coordination or drowsiness)?
Keep the thermostat at this temperature to help save $$$
What is 68 degrees?