How to get ready for winter in Phoenix

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Real Estate Agent with HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 AZ Broker BR030809000

How to get ready for winter in Phoenix

 

Being 'winter' prepared in Phoenix AZ is a tough job!  Growing up in Minnesota I remember how much work it was making sure the lake home was prepared for winter. The boats and dock had to be brought in to the boat house as well as all the patio furniture and sports equipment. And then there was the business of making sure we had 'emergency supplies' in the trunk of the car just in case we got stuck in a snow storm. Seemed liked there was a never ending list of 'things to do' to be ready for winter. Not so much here in Phoenix Arizona......

 

How to get ready for winter in Phoenix AZ

 

I'm happy to say my 'getting ready for winter' list in Phoenix is fun! We had a couple of months of hot weather and now the weather has cooled down and it's pleasant outside again. Yea! And let's not forget about those infamous Ha-boob's the Phoenix desert is know for - Man - Ha-boobs can make a mess out of our patios and furniture! Thankfully we didn't have to many Ha-boobs this summer so the clean up is pretty simple. Yea!

 

How to get ready for winter in Phoenix

  • patio's and pool decks cleaned
  • spa cleaned and prepared for use
  • patio furniture cleaned
  • umbrellas cleaned
  • bright pillows placed on furniture
  • over-seed lawn for winter grass
  • landscapers called into to spruce up the yard
  • put out some fall decorations
  • sit back, relax and enjoy

 

I'm even happier to say that I was able to take part in some of the getting ready for winter activities, even with the big bad boot on!  I had fun playing with the hose and spraying water all over the deck and chairs. And tonight I'm heading out after work to enjoy a nice glass of wine pool side and relaxing.  Perfect!  As you can see Barnie is already relaxing and waiting for us to join him!

 

How to get ready for winter in Phoenix

 

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Comments (28)

Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

Well I think I could handle that Miss Banana.....not like getting ready for winter here.

Oct 20, 2014 10:33 AM
John Meussner
Mason-McDuffie Mortgage, Conventional Loans, Jumbo Loans, FHA, 203(k), USDA, VA, - Walnut Creek, CA
#MortgageMadeEasy Walnut Creek, CA 484-680-4852

That winterization process is MUCH nicer than in the north.  Winterization in Phoenix sounds like "Springization" in the rest of the country.

Oct 20, 2014 12:40 PM
Joan Whitebook
BHG The Masiello Group - Nashua, NH
Consumer Focused Real Estate Services

Anna - I think the best way to prepare for winter in NH is to get a ticket to Arizona !  LOL

Oct 20, 2014 12:55 PM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

Oh, this made me laugh...LOL...but Barney is a cutie pie and he just made me smile.   Don't you get bored with all that perfect weather all the time?  

Oct 20, 2014 01:11 PM
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good morning Anna. You all really don't have that much of a winter down there. I remember visiting the Phoenix area in January. It was very pleasant weather. Y'all are so lucky.

Oct 20, 2014 06:49 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Anna, like you the patio is clean and ready for us to enjoy the beautiful evenings. Enjoy your day!

Oct 20, 2014 07:36 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Maybe it is why i do not like fall in NH, the amount of work getting ready for winter, close the pool, put the garden to bed and tons of leaves. Maybe i need some of that Phoenix fun.

Oct 20, 2014 10:55 PM
Brian England
Vacasa - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Haha, I get ready for winter in Phoenix by making sure I have plenty of shorts and t-shirts!  Occasionally, I might need to wear pants and a wind breaker, haha.

Oct 21, 2014 01:42 AM
Jon Kolsky
Kolsky Realty & Management - Long Beach, CA
Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Anna Banana Kruchten ~ here on the West Coast we don't have to do much to prepare for MR. winter, and that's works well for me... Love the picture!

Oct 21, 2014 02:05 AM
Sharon Paxson
Compass - Newport Beach, CA
Newport Beach Real Estate

Love this Anna, definitely enjoy the cooler tempertures and enjoy. The weather in the desert in the winter months is lovely.

Oct 21, 2014 03:09 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Ron & Alexandra Seigel oh yes Barnie is quite agreeable to anything to do with treats or walks! Not out of the woods yet but hopefully soon!

Oct 21, 2014 03:11 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

John McCormack that's funny! 65 is great sleeping weather with the window open!

Sheila Anderson he's a cutie for sure!  He runs the place now hahaha!

 

Oct 21, 2014 03:13 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Bruce Walter no way!  Temps in the 70's is perfect weather for me on Christmas Day!

Oct 21, 2014 03:14 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Roger D. Mucci you could indeed. Especially the part of enjoying an adult beverage pool side!

Oct 21, 2014 03:14 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

John Meussner it is indeed the oposite of what many folks are doing in cold country.  I'm just happy to live here. It's gorgeous outside!

Oct 21, 2014 03:15 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Joan Whitebook better yet buy a winter home in Phoenix!  I know a top notch banana agent who could help you out!!!  LOL

Oct 21, 2014 03:16 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Susan Haughton me get bored with such nice weather. Ahhhh gee let me think about that........NO!!

Oct 21, 2014 03:17 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Michael Thornton we are indeed lucky!

Wayne Martin you know all about winter weather and enjoying in Florida!

Scott Godzyk that's exactly what you need - Phoenix fun!

 

 

Oct 21, 2014 03:19 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Brian England hahaha brrrrrr break out those windbreakers!!

Oct 21, 2014 03:19 AM
Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, CRB, Phoenix Broker
HomeSmart Real Estate BR030809000 - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Jon Kolsky nope we're both going to enjoy the winter 100%!

Sharon Paxson like Jon you will be enjoying winter in CA!  Living the good life!

 

Oct 21, 2014 03:21 AM

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