Significant seasonal changes put stress on every system in your home. That’s precisely why our maintenance approach works so well!
October in Bettendorf is when you feel the change in Iowa’s seasons. Temperatures drop from summer highs of around 85°F to fall averages of around 61°F. That big shift affects way more than just your comfort. Every system in your home has to adjust to these changes.
So, of course, that’s when the problems start to show…
Why Seasonal Changes Are Hard on Homes
Here’s what happens when the weather in Iowa shifts from summer to fall: your heating system starts up after sitting unused for months. Your plumbing deals with temperature changes that can stress pipes. Your electrical system handles different loads as you switch from cooling to heating. Your gutters face their biggest test with fall storms and leaf buildup.
These seasonal changes put real stress on your home’s systems. It’s not just about one thing breaking. It’s about multiple systems, all adjusting simultaneously.
Your Home’s Systems Work Together
Most homeowners think about home maintenance in separate pieces. Furnace maintenance here, gutter cleaning there, some plumbing work if something’s wrong. But your home’s systems are all connected. Problems in one area often have a ripple effect on others.
For example, poor air flow affects your heating efficiency. Clogged gutters can lead to moisture problems that stress your electrical systems. Plumbing issues can create humidity problems, which in turn make your HVAC system work harder. October is when these connections become clear.
What Total Maintenance Includes
HVAC System Preparation: Your heating system needs to be ready for months of hard work ahead. That means checking your furnace, cleaning the vents, replacing the filters, and ensuring everything’s working correctly. However, it also means considering air flow, humidity control, and ensuring that your entire air quality system functions together.
Plumbing Winterization in Iowa: The temperature swings can stress pipes, especially outdoor faucets and plumbing in unheated areas. Preventing potential freeze damage saves costly repairs later. Plus, checking water heater efficiency before the busy season just makes sense.
Electrical System Checks: Your electrical system handles various loads in winter, including more lighting, space heaters, and holiday decorations. October is the time to make sure everything can handle the job safely.
Exterior Protection Gutters, downspouts, roof inspection, and sealing any gaps where cold air can get in. All of this protects your interior systems from having to work harder than needed.
Right now, with October temperatures averaging around 61°F, you’re in that perfect window. Nothing’s desperate yet, but you can see winter coming. This is when complete heating and cooling maintenance makes the most sense. Do it before you need everything working perfectly.
TMI is Right for You
Don’t wait for each system to demand attention separately. When Iowa winter hits with temperatures dropping to 16°F and snow for months, you want everything in your home working together, not fighting each other.
Contact TMI at 563.900.8788 or get in touch with us online to make sure all your home’s systems are ready to work together through another Iowa winter.