Here are four things you can do to prepare your property for the colder months:

Check Your Heating System: Nothing is worse than a heating system that has decided to break on the coldest day of the year, and usually, that is when they do because that is when they are working the hardest. Loss of heat can result in every homeowner's and investor's nightmare: frozen pipes.
Check the Sealing and Drainage in and Around Your Property: We had covered watershed previously, and this is very important in winter months when we have freeze and thaw cycles. Any masonry and hard surfaces should be sealed to prevent water from getting into nooks and crannies and freezing, causing cracks and damage. This also goes for the drainage around your home. In prepping for winter make sure no water is pooling around your home. As it contracts and expands with the weather it can cause damage to your foundation.
Ensure Your Attic and Roofing Are in Good Condition: A roof takes a beating from winter weather, so making sure there are no weak spots is key. Loose shingles or unattended roof damage can let in water, ice, or possibly even a small animal looking for a spot to hide away from winter weather. In addition, making sure gutter systems are clear is very important. Clogged gutters and drainage can lead to ice damming and other ice build-ups. The damage from these instances can also reach your interior walls, ceilings, and insulation.
Look Out for Fire Hazards: On the flip side of prepping for winter, fire prevention is often overlooked. Winter is high season for more wires, more cooking, cozying up to fireplaces and a huge increase in the risk of house fires. Cleaning dryer vents of highly flammable material in the drier months is a small step with a big impact. In addition, having the fireplace cleaned and flammable residues removed is a smart idea. To finish it off, it's a great idea to make sure that all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are properly working, just in case.