One of the first steps in opening your cottage is getting your appliances set back up. If you didn’t use your propane furance or appliances for the entire winter, spring is a great time to book an annual inspection.
If you have already had a recent inspection, begin by inspecting the condition of the tank, hoses and connections. If everything looks good, go ahead and open up all of your windows and then turn on your tank. Opening your windows is an important step – it will make sure your cottage is fully ventilated while also letting all of that fresh spring air into your cottage!
You can test for leaks in your propane lines by washing fittings and hoses with soapy water. If you see bubbles, there may be a leak. If you suspect a leak, either from bubbling soap around your hose or fittings or by detecting an odour in the air (that smells like rotten eggs!), leave your cottage immediately and contact us right away.
Once you have completed your inspections, you can go ahead and reconnect your appliances. Before you turn on your water heater, make sure it’s filled with water.
When you’re opening your cottage, you should also:
Once you’ve tackled the main items on your list, you can focus your attention on cleaning and disinfecting the inside of your cottage. And then sit back, relax and enjoy the rest of the cottage season.
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