Harbor Hearth is a small reference site about one narrow subject: preparing a home for cold seasons in Canada. It focuses on three recurring weak points each fall — windows, water pipes, and outdoor spaces — and explains the steps for each in plain terms.
What this site is
The notes here are organized the way the work actually happens: seal heat loss first, deal with water before it can freeze, then keep outdoor surfaces and drainage clear through the season. Each article draws on public, widely available material from Canadian and emergency-preparedness sources, with the references listed at the end of every page.
What this site is not
This is reference material, not professional engineering, plumbing, or insurance advice. Building codes, climate, and individual homes vary across the country, so the right move for any specific situation may differ from a general note. For anything involving height, structural concern, gas appliances, or a possible insurance claim, a licensed trade or the relevant authority is the correct point of contact.
Sources and corrections
Where a step comes from a public document, that document is cited so it can be checked directly. If something here looks out of date or inaccurate, a note to webmaster@harborhearth.org is welcome, and the contact form on the home page reaches the same address.
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