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Living in an older home has a certain charm. And then there\u2019s the winter. And when it comes to older homes and freezing temperatures in the Northwest, any owner will tell you it can be a challenge to take care of an older home when the temperatures drop. Here\u2019s a look at why older homes and freezing temperatures can be difficult to mitigate.<\/p>\n
Older Appliances are Worked Harder<\/b><\/p>\n
Older homes are typically harder on appliances such as a furnace in the winter months. Older homes often have outdated furnaces that run a higher risk of mechanical failure and could potentially cause a house fire. Your older home might have a wood burning stove to help combat the cold, but anyone who has used a wood stove as a primary, or even secondary, source of heat during a long winter knows it\u2019s a lot to maintain.<\/span><\/p>\n Pipes May Freeze<\/b><\/p>\n If a home isn\u2019t well insulated, pipes can freeze when temperatures drop below freezing, creating a huge risk of property damage. While there are steps that can be taken to avoid frozen pipes, frozen pipes are something that owners of new homes rarely have to worry about, thanks to modern-day plumbing, insulation materials and best practices.<\/span><\/p>\n Doors and Window Are Drafty<\/b><\/p>\n If you live in an older home, you may know too well the struggle of staying warm and cozy and – at the same time – having a reasonable energy bill during winter.. While old windows such as stained glass or antique frames may be pretty to look at, these older windows tend to be quite drafty. In fact, windows of older homes may even form ice on the <\/span>inside<\/span><\/i> during the wintertime.<\/span><\/p>\n Roofs Can Leak<\/b><\/p>\n