Blog Education Contractor Tips on Winterizing Your Home

Contractor Tips on Winterizing Your Home

By Bobby Curtis, December 31, 2019

I stopped by the studio at KATU to talk about winterizing your home. It’s safe to say there’s nobody I’ld rather talk about this with, than this woman right here. Tra’Renee is so much fun. Below are the highlights.

  1. Put in Storm Windows
  2. Clean Gutters and divert water away from your house.
  3. WIFI or Programable thermostat
  4. Replace your furnace filter
  5. New frost proof hose bibs or shut off valve to old hose bibs
  6. Bucket of salt

Wondering which thermostat to install or what the long, green corrugated thing is? Or just want a laugh? Watch the 6 minute interview segment here

And for Contractor Tips from me for your next home remodel click here

Bobby Curtis
Principle Broker
Licensed in Oregon
Licensed Contractor
CCB# 215071
503-502-3066

 

Bobby Curtis

Principal Broker | OR

He/Him

Meet Bobby Curtis.  Buying agent. Listing agent.  Renovator.

A down-to-earth Midwesterner, Bobby graduated from the University of Michigan, and headed to Portland in 2004. He began a career in the pharmaceutical industry focusing on sales, marketing, and consulting.  In those five years, he was even lucky enough to roam around Europe for short assignment in Switzerland. When he came back to Portland he took some time to discover what he was really interested in. Homes. More specifically, architecture, restoration, and entrepreneurship. After getting his real estate license in 2011, he purchased his first house in Portland to restore, redesign, then sell. Bobby rolled up his sleeves and started in on what would become his real career interest – transforming distressed houses into stand out homes by discovering the beauty of each unique property. Since that time Bobby has bought and restored several houses each year in Portland, both large and small, with great success.  Armed with extensive first-hand knowledge of restoration, Bobby offers his clients an exceptional eye to pinpoint property potential and value.  Whether you are searching for a complete fixer property, or a shining, buttoned-up stunner, he is skilled and enjoys guiding clients through the process of finding the perfect place. If you are selling your home or investment property, Bobby showcases his clients homes like he was selling his own. That kind of attention to detail will present all of the property’s best features.  It's because he has bought and sold properties of his own each year, that he better understands what it’s like to be in his clients shoes, and to navigate through the current real estate market. As an experienced broker and professional, Bobby is able to negotiate the best price and terms for his clients. If you’re looking to get a sneak peak of Bobby in action, you can watch him on an episode of First Time Flippers on the DIY Network, where he helped his mom flip her first house. Or you can catch him on KATU’s Afternoon Live daytime talk show once a month, discussing Portland Real Estate and House Restoration. Check it out here Contact Bobby at: 503-502-3066 bobby@livingroomre.com Licensed Contractor #215071
Read More
  • T: 503-502-3066
  • bobby@livingroomre.com

You might also enjoy

How To Negotiate Effectively, Efficiently – and Fairly

Andy Meeks

Negotiations are a delicate dance, and it’s not about simply ‘splitting the difference’. In fact, I advocate...

Home Warranties Explained: Pros, Cons, and Everything You Need to Know

Will Sing

When buying a home, one of the considerations you might encounter is whether to invest in...

A Guide to Seasonal Home Maintenance in Portland

Tracey Henkels

Owning a home in the Pacific Northwest comes with its own set of responsibilities, especially when...

Book Nerds Wanted

Marissa Sainz

I love to read.  It is my nightly ritual to read in bed to end my...