(1) Winterize your Exterior Taps – All residents are reminded to properly drain and winterize your taps to prevent any unfortunate incidents with frozen pipes bursting over the winter season. All residents with hoses at the sides of their units are asked to take these inside for the winter season.
(2) Heating Season – With the return of the colder weather, it is also time to get the furnaces in working order. This is a good time to replace the air filter and have your gas furnace inspected by an approved gas contractor.
(3) Smoke Detectors – Any residents with battery operated smoke detectors are reminded to change the batteries.
(4) Carbon Monoxide Detectors – Residents are encouraged to purchase and install carbon monoxide detectors in your units. Carbon monoxide is a deadly, odourless gas that can only be detected by an approved detector.
(5) Dryer Vents – Residents are asked to vacuum any lint which is stuck on the outside of their dryer vents to ensure that they are not blocked, which could be a potential fire hazard.
(6) Washer Hoses – Please ensure that your washer hoses are properly attached. If you intend to be absent from your home for any extended period of time, you may want to consider shutting off the water so that a flood can be prevented.